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The third T20I between Zimbabwe and Pakistan is set to take place on December 5, 2024 at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. This match concludes the three-match T20I series, with Pakistan already having secured the series by winning the first two matches convincingly.
Pakistan lead the series 2-0, having dominated both previous encounters. In the second T20I, they achieved a remarkable victory, chasing down Zimbabwe’s total of just 57 runs in only 5.3 overs, winning by ten wickets with 87 balls to spare. Sufiyan Muqeem was the standout performer, claiming five wickets for just three runs. The upcoming match serves as a chance for Zimbabwe to salvage some pride on home soil. After two disappointing performances, they will aim to put up a stronger fight against a well-performing Pakistani side.
Pakistan tour of Zimbabwe 2024, 3rd T20I:
- Date and Time: December 5: 11:30 am GMT / 1:30 pm local/ 5:00 pm IST
- Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
Queens Sports Club Pitch Report:
The Queens Sports Club is anticipated to initially benefit fast bowlers, with significant swing and subtle seam movement expected during the morning session. As the day progresses and the pitch dries in the sunlight, it is likely to provide consistent pace and bounce, making it easier for teams batting second to score runs. Spinners may find some grip and turn during the middle overs, but overall conditions are expected to favour batters as the match unfolds. For pacers to maintain their effectiveness with an older ball, employing cutters and focusing on hard lengths will be crucial in the later stages of the game.
ZIM vs PAK, Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeeper: Usman Khan
- Batters: Ryan Burl, Saim Ayub, Tayyab Tahir, Brian Bennett
- All-rounders: Sikandar Raza, Salman Agha, Arafat Minhas
- Bowlers: Blessing Muzarabani, Haris Rauf, Sufiyan Muqeem
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ZIM vs PAK, Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Sufiyan Muqeem (c), Sikandar Raza (vc)
Choice 2: Haris Rauf (c), Blessing Muzarabani (vc)
ZIM vs PAK, Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Abrar Ahmed, Abbas Afridi, Richard Ngarava, Tadiwanashe Marumani
ZIM vs PAK, Dream11 Team for today’s match (December 5, 11:30 am GMT):
Squads:
Pakistan: Omair Yousuf, Saim Ayub, Usman Khan (wk), Salman Agha (c), Tayyab Tahir, Irfan Khan, Jahandad Khan, Abbas Afridi, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Sufiyan Muqeem, Sahibzada Farhan, Mohammad Hasnain, Qasim Akram, Haseebullah Khan, Aamer Jamal, Arafat Minhas
Zimbabwe: Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Clive Madande, Tashinga Musekiwa, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Trevor Gwandu, Brandon Mavuta, Wessly Madhevere, Faraz Akram, Tinotenda Maposa
