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 Zimbabwe vs Ireland Today Match Prediction 

 Match:  Zimbabwe vs Ireland 
 Time:   23 February, 05:00 PM (IST) 

 Series:: Ireland tour of Zimbabwe, 2025  
 Venue:   Harare Sports Club, Harare  

 Info: 

• Zimbabwe (ZIM) are all set to host Ireland (IRE) in the second T20I of the three-match series, at the renowned Harare Sports Club, in Harare, on Sunday, February 23.
• The first T20I between the African nation and the European side ended without a result due to incessant rain. After a two-hour delay, the game was shortened to nine overs per side. Ireland, opting to bowl first, made early breakthroughs as Craig Young dismissed Brian Bennett and captain Sikandar Raza in the second over. The Chevrons were struggling at 11/3 in three overs, but Ryan Burl, smashed 36 off 18 balls, including two fours and three sixes. Tashinga Musekiwa (10*) and Wessly Madhevere (11*) contributed valuable runs as Zimbabwe posted 77/5 in nine overs.
• Josh Little and Young claimed two wickets each, while Graham Hume picked up a sole wicket. As Ireland were looking to start their run chase, the rain played spoilsport and the match was abandoned. Both teams will now focus on the second T20I, which is scheduled for the next day at the same venue, though the weather forecast remains concerning.

 Live Streaming: 

Live Streaming: The match will be live telecast on Fancode Apps.

 Weather & Pitch Report: 

 Weather: ⛅

Weather during the match time in Harare, ZW will be cloudy. The temperature is expected to around 27°C on the match day with 27% humidity and 7.0 km/h wind speed. And the visibility is 10 KM. There are no chances of precipitation during the game. 

 Pitch: 🏟️

The Pitch at Harare is balanced one, the bowlers do get some swing initially from the surface, however it is considered to be a batting friendly surface.

 Team NEWS: 

 ZIM Team News: 

• All-rounder Sikandar Raza adds reliability to the team, Raza, struck 2148 runs and bagged 69 wickets in 97 T20I matches. He, in particular, has been in excellent form, averaging 40 against Ireland in T20Is, making him a key figure in the middle overs.
• After excellent performances in ODI series, Brian Bennett will now aim to take that form with the bat into these T20is. Bennett has scores of 169, 30, and 48 in the first, second, and third games respectively. Whilst the change in format represents a risk, Bennett has earnt a level of trust and warrants a stake here to accrue 20+ runs.

 IRE Team News: 

• The experienced Paul Stirling is known for being a big-hitter at the top and the ground at Harare is a perfect ground for a player of his caliber. He has scored 3655 runs in 146 T20I innings, with a highest score of 115 runs. Hence, the Irish captain will certainly be the player to watch out for in the T20I series opener.
• Joshua Little has been one of the top performers for Ireland in the T20 format and is the third-highest wicket-taker for the team. His skiddy pace and bounce will be effective on the ground at Harare. He also can bowl in the tough overs of the game as well and take wickets with the new ball.

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ZIM
1 Tadiwanashe Marumani(WK)

2 Wesley Madhevere

3 Tony Munyonga

4 Sikandar Raza(C)

5 Brian Bennett

6 Tashinga Musekiwa

7 Ryan Burl

8 Trevor Gwandu

9 Blessing Muzarabani

10 Wellington Masakadza

11 Richard Ngarava

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IRE
1 Paul Stirling(C)

2 Lorcan Tucker(WK)

3 Harry Tector

4 Curtis Campher

5 Neil Rock(WK)

6 George Dockrell

7 Gareth Delany

8 Graham Hume

9 Craig Young

10 Joshua Little

11 Ben White

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 🏆 Winning Chances: 

Ireland looks in good form in recent matches, They are the favorites to win the match.

 Team Combo: 

 ZIM Team Info - 

Opening Batters

Tadiwanashe Marumani and Wesley Madhevere will start the innings for Zimbabwe. Both are skilled players known for their aggressive batting performances.

One-Down Batter

Tony Munyonga will play a crucial role in stabilizing the innings if early wickets fall, ensuring a strong foundation for the team.

Middle-Order Batters

Sikandar Raza and Brian Bennett will add depth to Zimbabwe's middle order, providing stability and firepower when needed. Sikandar Raza will also captain the team, bringing his experience as an all-rounder.

Wicketkeeper

Tadiwanashe Marumani will handle the wicketkeeping duties for Zimbabwe.

Spin Bowlers

Brian Bennett and Wesley Madhevere will be responsible for the team's spin attack, aiming to control the game with their variations.

Pace Bowlers

Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarava will spearhead Zimbabwe’s fast-bowling attack, providing pace and wicket-taking options.

 IRE Team Info - 

Opening Batters

Paul Stirling and Lorcan Tucker will start the innings for Ireland, both bringing skill and experience to the top order.

One-Down Batter

Harry Tector will play a key role in stabilizing the innings if early wickets fall, ensuring consistency in the batting lineup.

Middle-Order Batters

Curtis Campher and Neil Rock will provide strength in the middle order, contributing stability and firepower when needed. Paul Stirling will also captain the team, leading with his batting expertise.

Wicketkeeper

Lorcan Tucker will take on wicketkeeping duties for Ireland.

Spin Bowlers

George Dockrell and Gareth Delany will be responsible for handling the team's spin attack, adding variety to the bowling lineup.

Pace Bowlers

Joshua Little and Craig Young will spearhead Ireland’s fast-bowling attack. Craig Young was the standout performer in the previous match, earning the most fantasy points..

 Key Players: 

 Zimbabwe (ZIM) 

• Sikandar Raza [1W, 13, 2W, 0W, 19]
• Richard Ngarava [3W, 1W, 1W, 0W, 3W]
• Blessing Muzarabani [4W, [1W], 2W, 1W, 1W]
• Wesley Madhevere [2W, 21, 25, 1, 21]
• Brian Bennett [28, [110*, 5W], 9, 31, 27]
• Tony Munyonga [5, 2, 17, 10, 7]
• Ryan Burl [2W, (6, 1W), 1W, 13, 5]
  

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 Ireland (IRE) 

• Ben White [0W, 1W, 1W]
• Gareth Delany [31, 1W, 26]
• Curtis Campher [44, 34, (17, 1W), 20, 49]
• Harry Tector [39, 60, 20, 12, 16]
• Craig Young [3W, 1W, 3W, 1W, 2W]
• Joshua Little [1W, 0W, 0W, 0W]

 ZIM vs IRE C/VC Option: 

• Sikandar Raza [PTs: 2, CR: 9]
• Gareth Delany [PTs: 4, CR: 7.5]
• Curtis Campher [PTs: 6, CR: 9]
• Brian Bennett [PTs: 16, CR: 8.5]
• Tony Munyonga [PTs: 21, CR: 7.5]
• Harry Tector [PTs: 32, CR: 7.5]

 Squads: 

 Zimbabwe (ZIM) Squad: 
Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani(w), Wessly Madhevere, Sikandar Raza(c), Ryan Burl, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Trevor Gwandu, Nyasha Mayavo, Dion Myers, Johnathan Campbell, Tinotenda Maposa, Newman Nyamhuri

 Ireland (IRE) Squad: 

Paul Stirling(c), Lorcan Tucker(w), Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, Neil Rock, George Dockrell, Gareth Delany, Graham Hume, Craig Young, Joshua Little, Benjamin White, Tim Tector, Matthew Humphreys, Fionn Hand

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 + Ground and Pitch info about 

  Pallekele Cricket Stadium - Kandy, Sri Lanka 

 – Last 5 Match  

SL

SL 6/308(50) vs AFG 10/153(33.5)

(SL won by 155 runs)

SL 3/381(50) vs AFG 6/339(50)

(SL won by 42 Runs )

Zim 10/96(22.5) vs SL 2/97(16.4)

(SL won by 8 wickets)

Zim 10/208(44.4) vs SL 8/211(49)

(SL won by 2 wickets)

SL 10/171(46.4) vs NZ 5/172(23.2)

(NZ won by 5 wickets)

SL 10/279(50) vs BAN 7/282(41.1)

(BAN won by 3 Wickets)

IND 8/357(50) vs SL 10/55(19.4)

(IND won by 302 Runs)

AFG

SL 6/308(50) vs AFG 10/153(33.5)

(SL won by 155 runs)

SL 3/381(50) vs AFG 6/339(50)

(SL won by 42 Runs )

AFG 10/244(50) vs SA 5/247(47.5)

(SA won by 5 wickets)

AFG 5/291(50) vs AUS 7/293(46.5)

(AUS won by 3 Wickets)

Netherlands 10/179(46.3) vs AFG 3/181(31.3)

(AFG win by 7 wickets)

SL 10/241(49.3) vs AFG 3/242(45.2)

(AFG won by 7 wickets)

PAK 7/282(50) vs AFG 2/286(49)

(AFG won by 8 wickets)

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 Players Recent Form: 

 SRI LANKA ODI 

 Wicket Keeper 

Sadeera Samarawickrama (RHB)

2dwn,2dwn,2dwn,1dwn,1dwn,2dwn, 2dwn

52(61),45(36),14(17),4(3),41(31),1(2),41(42)

ODI

Match- 37, Innings- 34, Runs-1144,  AVG:- 38.13

Kusal Mendis(RHB)

1 dwn,1dwn,1dwn,Open,Open,1dwn,1dwn

61(65),16(31),66(51),17(28),46(48),6(7),19(30

ODI

Match- 126, Innings- 123, Runs- 3715, AVG:- 32.87

 Batsman 

Pathum Nissanka (RHB)

Open,Open,Open,Open,Open,Open, Open

18(17),210(139),2(8),41(36),0(1),46(60),77(83)

ODI

Match- 51, Innings- 51, Runs-1956,  AVG:- 42.52

Avishka Farnando (RHB)

Open,Open,Open,Open,Open,Open, Open

5(23),88(88),0(4),4(5),0(5),1(4),20(17)

ODI

Match- 34, Innings- 34, Runs- 1087, AVG:- 31.97

Shevon Daniel(LHB)

Open

12(28)

#_35(58),8(15),11(14),63(70)

(#_List A Match Record)

ODI

Match- 1, Innings- 1, Runs- 12, AVG:- 12

Charith Asalanka (LHB)

3dwn,3dwn,DNB,Open,Open,Open, Open

97(74),7(8),DNB,0(7),101(95),8(8),108(105)

ODI

Match- 55, Innings- 48, Runs- 1765, AVG:- 43.04

Sahan Arachchige(LHB)

DNB,4dwn,4dwn,2dwn, DNB

DNB,21(39),11(24),57(71),DNB

ODI

Match- 5, Innings- 3, Runs:- 89, Avg:- 29.67

 All-Rounder 

Wanindu Hasaranga(RHB,RA Legbreak)

5dwn,DNB,DNB,6dwn,DNB,6dwn,6dwn

14(13),DNB,DNB,29(21),DNB,20(21),15(12)

4/27(7),0/57(10),7/19(6),2/35(7),0/38(7),2/53(10),2/42(6)

ODI

BAT -  Match- 51, Innings- 43, Runs- 846, AVG:- 23.50

BOWL-  Over:- 402,  Wickets:- 78, Ec:- 5.04

Dunith Wellalage(LHB,LA orthodox)

5dwn,6dwn,6dwn,6dwn,6dwn

2(9),10(8),0(1),8(21),0(1)

1/53(9),0/62(10),1/81(10),0/7(2),1/40(9)

ODI

BAT -  Match -18, Innings -15, Runs- 207, AVG- 17.25

BOWL -  Over - 122,Wickets- 21, Ec- 5.54

Janith Liyanage(RHB, RA MF)

4dwn,DNB,DNB,2dwn,2dwn

50(48),DNB,DNB,95(127),24(34)

#_86(74),62(40)

(#_List A Match Record)

0/13(2),0/25(3),1/17(3),0/11(2),Dnb,

#_0/31(6),1/60(10)

(#_List A Match Record)

ODI

BAT -  Match - 5, Innings - 3, Runs- 169, AVG:- 56.33

BOWL -  Over- 10,  Wickets:-1,  Ec:- 6.60

Chamika Karunaratne(RHB,RA MF)

6dwn, DNB,6dwn,6dwn,5dwn

6(17),DNB,2(11),24(42),11(24)

DNB,3/58(9),5/15(3),3/26(5),4/43(9)

ODI

BAT -  Match- 26, Innings- 24, Runs- 451, AVG:- 25.06

BOWL -  Over:- 132,  Wickets:- 24, Ec:- 5.76

 Bowler 

Maheesh Theekshana (RA offbreak)

0/25(6),0/56(10),1/15(5),4/31(10),DNB,1/43(7),2/44(9)

ODI

Over:- 331,  Wickets:- 55, Ec:- 4.65

Akila Dhananjay (RA Legbreak)

1/15(5),4/31(10),DNB,1/43(7),2/44(9)

ODI

Over:- 322, Wickets:- 56, Ec:- 5.15

Asitha Fernando:(RA MF)

2/23(6),1/64(10),DNB,0/54(10),0/62(8),0/22(2)

ODI

Over:- 36, Wickets:- 3, Ec:- 6.25

Dushmantha Chameera (RAF)

2/55(8),0/14(4),2/44(8),0/3(2),1/20(4),0/54(8)

ODI

Over:- 360,  Wickets:- 56,  Ec:- 5.47

Dilshan Madushanka (LA MF)

2/28(7),0/65(9),1/31(5),1/24(7),2/2(2),0/58(6),3/69(10

ODI

Over:- 152,  Wickets:- 32,  Ec:- 5.86

Pramod Madushan(RA MF)

1/37(6),4/75(10),0/21(2),2/58(7),1/13(3)

#_1/8(3),2/60(9)

(#_List A Match Record)

ODI

Over: - 26,  Wickets:- 12, Ec:-8.63

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 ‍AFGANISTAN ODI: 

 Wicket Keeper 

Rahmanullah Gurbaz:(RHB)

Open,Open,Open,Open,Open,Open, Open

8(20),1(3),25(22),21(25),10(11),0(4),65(53)

ODI

Match:- 37, Innings:- 37, Runs:- 1247, Avg:- 34.63

Ikram Alikhil:(LHB)

5dwn,6dwn,4dwn, DNB, DNB, DNB, DNB

4(1),10(14),12(14),DNB, DNB, DNB, DNB

ODI

Match:- 23, Innings:- 18, Runs:- 341, Avg:- 26.23

 Batsman 

Ibrahim Zadran:(LHB)

Open,Open,Open,Open,Open,Open, Open

54(76),4(7),15(30),129(143),20(34),39(57),87(113)

ODI

Match:- 30, Innings:- 30,Runs:- 1345, Avg:- 49.81

Hashmatullah Shahidi:(LHB)

2dwn,2dwn,2dwn,2dwn,2dwn,2dwn, 2dwn

9(12),7(11),2(7),26(43),56(64),58(74),48(45)

ODI

Match:- 75,Innings:- 75, Runs:- 2101, Avg:- 33.34

Rahmat Shah:(RHB)

1dwn,1dwn,1dwn,1dwn,1dwn, 1dwn,1dwn

63(69),7(14),26(46),30(44),52(54),62(74),77(84)

ODI

Match:- 108,Innings:- 104,Runs:- 3659, Avg:- 36.359

Riaz Hassan:(RHB)

Open,Dnb,Open,Open,Open

34(66), DNB ,35(49),1(2),50(75)

ODI

Match:- 5,Innings:- 4,Runs:-120, Avg:- 30

 All-Rounder 

Azmatullah Omarzai:(RHB,RA MF)

3dwn,3dwn,3dwn,3dwn,3dwn,3dwn,DNB

3(6),149(115),97(107),22(18),31(28),73(63),Dnb

3/56(10),0/55(6),0/8(1),2/52(7),0/11(3),1/37(7),1/50(5)

ODI

BAT - Match:- 24, Innings:- 18, Runs:- 642,Avg:- 53.50

Bowl - Over:- 125, Wickets:- 16,EC:- 5.84

Mohammad Nabi:(RHB, RA offbreak)

4dwn,5dwn,5dwn,4dwn,Dnb,Dnb,Dnb

136(130),2(3),12(10),Dnb,Dnb,Dnb

1(4),0/38(10),1/44(10),2/35(10),0/20(2),3/28(9),0/33(6),1/31(10)

ODI

BAT - Match:- 158, Innings:- 139, Runs:- 3345,Avg:- 26.97

Bowl - Over:- 1239,Wickets:- 163, EC:- 4.28

Gulbadin Naib:(RHB,RAM)

6dwn,4dwn,1dwn,5dwn,4dwn,5dwn, 5dwn

0(7),16(7),22(16),15(13),0(3),20(21),8(11)

0/48(5),0/61(8),4/60(10),1/58(8),2/36(9),1/19(2),0/48(6)

ODI

BAT - Match:- 81,Innings:- 70, Runs:-1223, Avg:- 19.72

Bowl - Over:- 462,Wickets:-72, EC:- 5.53

 Bowler 

Qais Ahmed:(RA offbreak)

1/55(7),3/32(8),

#_2/32(9),0/28(4),2/24(4),2/15(4)

(#_List A & T20i Match Record)

ODI

Over:- 14,Wickets:- 4,EC:- 5.93

Noor Ahmed: ( LA Chinaman)

1/54(8),0/62(8),0/49(9),0/53(10),2/31(9),3/49(10),1/70(9)

ODI

Over:- 75,Wickets:- 8,  EC:- 6.05

Mujeeb Ur Rahman:(RA offbreak)

1/51(10),0/72(9),1/40(10),2/38(10),0/55(8)

ODI

Over:- 661,Wickets:- 101,EC:- 4.32

Fazal Haq Farooqi:(LA MF)

1/55(10),0/77(9),0/36(5),4/34(10),0/39(7),1/50(7),0/50(6)

ODI

Over:- 217,Wickets:- 39,EC:- 5.71

Naveed Zadran:(LAM)

#_1/42(7),0/15(6),1/42(8),1/22(4),2/47(9)

(#_List A Match Record)

ODI

Debut

Fareed Ahmed Malik:(LA MF)

2/79(9),2/70(10),0/8(1),2/61(9),2/43(8),1/9(6)

ODI

Over:- 111,Wickets:- 23,EC:- 5.44

Watch the Final Team Section for Our GL & SL Final Team

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Toss: Zimbabwe have won the toss and have opted to field

Confirmed Lineups: available

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ZIM

1- Brian Bennett, 2- Tadiwanashe Marumani(w), 3- Wessly Madhevere, 4- Sikandar Raza(c), 5- Ryan Burl, 6- Tony Munyonga, 7- Tashinga Musekiwa, 8- Wellington Masakadza, 9- Richard Ngarava, 10- Blessing Muzarabani, 11- Trevor Gwandu

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IRE

1- Paul Stirling(c), 2- Lorcan Tucker(w), 3- Harry Tector, 4- Curtis Campher, 5- Neil Rock, 6- George Dockrell, 7- Gareth Delany, 8- Graham Hume, 9- Craig Young, 10- Joshua Little, 11- Benjamin White

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Guide:
Apply the below strategies to make your best dream team after the toss

1. Select a small league team and rotate or change C/VC, also pick 1 punt player in place of a player who you think will not perform

2. for more Grand League Combinations Make One-sided winning combinations for both side team - as per toss and pitch info.


Make necessary changes if any player absent
*Above GL Team Guide Images for Guide only.
*You can make necessary changes as per your choice.
*The Above Team may be Highly risky so play at your own risk.
*for the final team check here in the last 15mins of the match deadline.
*You can also make some other combinations by changing 1-2 players with the help of the Team Guide.


Best of Luck.


Disclaimer:
>Fantasy Cricket is a game of skill and luck is also very much important to win the grand league in fantasy cricket leagues. We have covered the skill part.


> We have mentioned the expected playing 11 as per our cricket knowledge. You can change the fantasy team once the playing 11 is out.

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*This Team may be changed after the toss if any player is absent.

Tips: 

1. Consider player form.
2. Check pitch and weather conditions.
3. Stay updated on team news.
4. Review head-to-head records.
5. Identify key players.
6. Choose captain and vice-captain wisely.
7. Aim for a balanced lineup.
8. Consider player roles (batsmen, bowlers, all-rounders, wicket-keepers).
9. Verify player availability.
10. Research using statistics and expert opinions is available within the preview of this match.

About Prime Team:

• Prime Team is likely a term related to the popular fantasy sports platform. In fantasy sports, a "prime team" usually refers to a lineup or selection of players that a user believes will perform exceptionally well in real-life matches.
• Creating a Dream Prime Team involves carefully selecting players based on their recent form, performance statistics, match conditions, and other relevant factors to maximize the chances of earning points in the fantasy league.
• It's important to note that my knowledge is based on information and stats available for this match.
• *Remember that Playing on Fantasy Platforms involves an element of luck, and no strategy guarantees success. It's important to monitor the match closely and make adjustments if needed. Good luck with your fantasy lineup!

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