ZIM vs IRE Match Analysis
Zimbabwe and Ireland will play each other in the 1st match of the three-match ODI series on February 14, 2025, at 1:30 PM BST at Harare Sports Club, Harare.
Zimbabwe has been an associate member for a long time and has faced difficulties in improving its game in recent years.
Ireland began their tour in impressive style with a victory in the one-off Test match. Their cricket has been on the rise, and their recent triumph over full-member nation South Africa should provide them with great confidence moving forward.
ZIM vs IRE Team Preview & Squads
Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe is set to welcome back their regular captain, Craig Ervine, for the ODI series. Jonathan Campbell and Benjamin Curran will open the batting, with Ervine expected to take the No. 3 spot. Experienced all-rounders Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza, and Wesley Madhevere are likely to play key roles, alongside Brian Bennett and T. Marumani in the middle order.
Their bowling attack of ZIM will be spearheaded by Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarava with the new ball, supported by Newman Nyamburi in the playing XI. They also boast a strong spin department, featuring Wellington Masakadza, Sean Williams, and Sikandar Raza.
Zimbabwe Squads
Zimbabwe Squads
Craig Ervine, Ben Curran, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Nyasha Mayavo, Brian Bennett, Johnathan Campbell, Wessly Madhevere, Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams, Trevor Gwandu, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri, Tinotenda Maposa.
Ireland
Ireland will open the batting with their captain, Paul Stirling, alongside Andrew Balbirnie. Their middle order is packed with experience, featuring Curtis Campher, Lorcan Tucker, Harry Tector, and George Dockrell, all of whom have extensive international exposure. Andy McBrine and Mark Adair further strengthen the batting lineup with their all-round capabilities.
IRE’s pace attack is formidable, with Graham Hume, Curtis Campher, Mark Adair, and Craig Young forming a strong quartet. Andy McBrine will lead the spin department, with Matthew Humphreys serving as the second spinner in the playing XI.
Ireland Squads
Ireland Squads
Andy Balbirnie, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, Paul Stirling, Mark Adair, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Andy McBrine, Gavin Hoey, Graham Hume, Matthew Humphreys, Josh Little, Barry McCarthy, Craig Young, Morgan Topping.
ZIM vs IRE: Match Details | ||
Match | Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 1st ODI | Ireland tour of Zimbabwe, 2025 | |
Date | 14/02/2025 (Friday) | |
Time | 12:30 (GMT+5) / 13:00 (GMT+5.5) / 13:30 (GMT+6) | |
Format | ODI | |
Venue | Harare Sports Club, Harare | |
Recent performance | Zimbabwe – L L NR L L | Ireland – A L L L W |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Streaming Score on JeetBuzz News | |
Zimbabwe vs Ireland outfield report
Harare Sports Club, Harare
Because of the dew impact on this surface, we anticipate that both captains will bowl first here, making it simpler to chase in the second innings.
The match day in Harare is predicted to be sunny and bright with no major disruptions.
For the first few games, the Harare Sports Club pitch has been mostly flat; as the series progresses, it may become slower.
Zimbabwe vs Ireland Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
In their last 5 encounters, IRE won 3 and ZIM won none.
Zimbabwe vs Ireland Prediction
Event | Zimbabwe | Ireland |
Toss Winner | – | Ireland |
Player of the Match | – | |
Top Run Scorer | Craig Ervine | Harry Tector |
Top Wicket Taker | Richard Ngarava | Craig Young |
Most Sixes | Craig Ervine | Harry Tector |
Predicted Score | 220+ | 240+ |
Win Probability | 45% | 55% |
Cricket analysts predict Ireland has a 55% 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.
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