ZIM vs PAK Match Analysis

Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, will host the second ODI of a three-match ODI series between Zimbabwe and Pakistan at 1:30 pm BST on November 26, 2024. Zimbabwe secured a remarkable 80-run victory over Pakistan in the rain-affected first ODI in Bulawayo, utilizing the DLS method. Batting first, Zimbabwe managed 205 runs, with Sikandar Raza anchoring the innings with a crucial 39 off 56 balls.

In response, Pakistan faced a revised target of 141 in 21 overs but faltered to 60/6 as Zimbabwe’s disciplined bowling attack dismantled the visiting side. Raza shone with the ball, claiming 2/7 in a match-winning all-round performance that earned him the Player of the Match award. Zimbabwe’s comprehensive display set the tone for an exciting series opener.

ZIM vs PAK Team Preview & Squads

Zimbabwe 

Zimbabwe posted 205 in 40.2 overs, thanks to key contributions from Sikandar Raza (39 off 56), Richard Ngarava (48 off 52), and Tadiwanashe Marumani (29 off 41) under pressure. Zimbabwe’s bowlers dominated, with Blessing Muzarabani (2/9), Sean Williams (2/12), and Sikandar Raza (2/7) delivering exceptional spells, restricting Pakistan’s chase and securing a crucial victory.

Sean Williams and Sikandar Raza are ZIM’s key batters to watch. Williams has been sublime, scoring 233 runs in four matches at an average of 58.25 and a strike rate of 120.72. Raza adds experience with 211 runs in 10 games.

Zimbabwe’s bowling attack is spearheaded by Richard Ngarava, who has taken 13 wickets in 8 matches with an economy of 5 and a strike rate of 26.69. Blessing Muzarabani complements him with 11 wickets in 9 matches at 4.62 economy.

Zimbabwe Squads

Zimbabwe

Sikandar Raza, Craig Ervine, Sean Williams, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Joylord Gumbie, Clive Madande, Brian Bennett, Dion Myers, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Brandon Mavuta, Faraz Akram, Trevor Gwandu, Tinotenda Maposa, Tashinga Musekiwa.

Pakistan

Pakistan struggled to chase 141 runs, managing only 60/6 in 21 overs. Mohammad Rizwan top-scored with an unbeaten 19 off 43 balls, while Kamran Ghulam contributed 17. Pakistan’s bowling highlights included Faisal Akram’s impressive 3/24 in 8 overs and Agha Salman’s 3/42 in 9 overs. Haris Rauf and Mohammad Hasnain chipped in with a wicket each.

Abdullah Shafique and Mohammad Rizwan have showcased consistent performances for PAK in recent matches. Shafique scored 317 runs at an average of 35.22, while Rizwan excelled with 240 runs, maintaining a strong average of 48 and steady strike rates.

Haris Rauf has been outstanding with 22 wickets in 10 matches, maintaining a solid economy rate of 6.34 and a strike rate of 23.18. Mohammad Hasnain, though playing fewer games, impressed with a 5.27 economy and 41.25 strike rate.

Pakistan Squads

Pakistan

Haris Rauf, Abdullah Shafique, Mohammad Rizwan, Saim Ayub, Haseebullah Khan, Irfan Khan, Shahnawaz Dahani, Abrar Ahmed, Faisal Akram, Aamer Jamal, Mohammad Hasnain, Kamran Ghulam, Tayyab Tahir, Salman Agha, Ahmed Daniyal.

Zimbabwe vs Pakistan outfield report 

Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo 

Teams batting first have won six of the last 10 ODIs held at this Bulawayo venue. Both teams will find that scoring runs is a safer alternative than attempting to attain a competitive total, and it’s a pleasant spot to bat. On this cloudy day, Bulawayo’s high temperature will reach 27 degrees Celsius.

It is a batting-friendly surface, as evidenced by the average first innings score of 251 runs in the last 10 ODI matches played here.  

ZIM vs PAK Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In the last five games, Pakistan won three and Zimbabwe won one.

Zimbabwe vs Pakistan Prediction

Cricket analysts predict Pakistan has a 51% chance of winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.