Cricket Prediction | Zimbabwe vs Ireland | 2nd ODI | Dec 15, 2023 – Will host Zimbabwe win against Ireland in the 2nd ODI?

ZIM vs IRE Match Analysis

Before the ODI series, Zimbabwe had a defeat in the T20 series over Ireland. It rained and the first game of the series between the two teams was canceled, therefore this one will take place first. By winning these games, Zimbabwe will aim to move past the T20 defeat.

The opening batsmen for Zimbabwe scored 28 runs apiece in the first game of the series, thus the team was off to a respectable start. With the speed of a T20 match, Tinashe Kamunhukamwe scored 28 runs. In the process, he hit one six, and four boundaries.

Ireland’s bowlers’ brief appearance in the opening one-day international would have delighted their supporters. Before the rain stopped play, they had restricted Zimbabwe to 121 for six in 25.3 overs, demonstrating outstanding control of the opposition.

ZIM vs IRE Team Preview & Squads

Zimbabwe

Scotland defeated Zimbabwe 31 runs to nil in their prior encounter. In this game, Zimbabwe took the opening bowling position and lost 8 wickets for 234 runs. Sean Williams took three wickets throughout the innings, making him the team’s highest wicket -taker. The only thing that went well for Zimbabwe throughout the match was the bowlers’ performance.

Once again, the success of the Zimbabwean bowling assault will depend on key breakthroughs from bowlers like Richard Ngarava, Tanaka Chivanga, Luke Jongwe, and Blessing Muzarabani.

They failed to chase down the target and were short by 31 runs as a result of their poor batting performance. The only batter who showed up was Ryan Burl, who led Zimbabwe with 83 runs scored in the game. No one else assumed accountability during the game.

Zimbabwe Squads

Zimbabwe

Sikandar Raza (c), Clive Madande (wk), Brandon Mavuta, Richard Ngarava, Joylord Gumbie, Tinashe Kamunhukamwe, Tanaka Chivanga, Innocent Kaia, Ryan Burl, Blessing Muzarabani, and Luke Jongwe.

Ireland

Ireland was defeated by England by 48 runs in their previous game. Ireland took the field first and took 8 wickets despite giving up 334 runs in the innings. George Dockrell, who took three wickets, was the team’s best bowler. Ultimately, Ireland gave up more points than they perhaps desired.

The Ireland opening team did not perform well in this game, but they will certainly be depending on players like Paul Stirling, Andy Balbirnie, Harry Tector, Curits Campher, George Dockrell, and Lorcan Tucker to put up the majority of the runs.

Once more, Josh Little, Craig Young, Graham Hume, and Mark Adair will be responsible for bowling. During Zimbabwe’s innings, this tried-and-true bowling assault will try to take key wickets. Andy McBrine will also try to have a significant impact with the ball.

Ireland Squads

Ireland

Paul Stirling (c), Lorcan Tucker (wk), Andrew Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, Graham Hume, Craig Young, George Dockrell, Andy McBrine, Joshua Little, Harry Tector, and Mark Adair.

ZIM vs IRE outfield report

Harare Sports Club, Harare

Batters and spinners can dominate matches because the wickets at this site are often slower. The winning team tosses and chooses to bat first on this pitch. There is very little chance of rain during the match, and the temperature will be about 27 degrees Celsius. There is only thirteen percent of precipitation.

The pitch in Harare is not good for batting. No team has amassed more than 350 runs in 167 One-Day Internationals held at this ground. Given that this surface’s average run rate is 4.76, any score of about 260 will be considered par.

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

In the last five matches between these two teams, Ireland won two and Zimbabwe won only one, and two games were abandoned.

Zimbabwe vs Ireland Prediction

Winning the toss

• Zimbabwe

Player of the Match

• Zimbabwe – Sikandar Raza

Most runs

• Zimbabwe – Sikandar Raza
• Ireland – Paul Stirling

Most wickets

• Zimbabwe – Richard Ngarava
• Ireland – Mark Adair

Most sixes

• Zimbabwe – Sikandar Raza
• Ireland – Paul Stirling

Team Scores Batting First

• Zimbabwe – 270+
• Ireland – 260+

According to cricket analysts, Zimbabwe has a 53.7% chance of winning.

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