ZIM vs IRE Match Preview

In the third and final ODI, Zimbabwe will face Ireland. The game will take place on December 17 at 12:45 p.m. IST at the Harare Sports Club in Harare. Ireland was denied a win in the first ODI due to rain, but the team took the series lead after defeating Zimbabwe by 4 wickets in the second ODI. Ireland has been outstanding on the tour, winning the T20I series as well. The batters have been erratic, but their bowlers have made Zimbabwe’s batters work hard. Zimbabwe were bowled out for 166 in the second ODI, and Ireland won with four wickets to spare in the 40th over.

ZIM vs IRE Match Details

Zimbabwe vs Ireland – 3rd ODI

Venue: Harare Sports Club – Harare

Date & Time: 17th December 2023 at 12:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: JioCinema App

ZIM vs IRE Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score	246
Avg 2nd inn score	238
Win% batting 1st	52
Win% batting 2nd	48

ZIM vs IRE Pitch Report

The wicket has been difficult to play on, especially in overcast conditions. So far, the ball has moved in the air and batters have found it wanting. In the final ODI, we can expect a good battle between bat and ball.

ZIM vs IRE Weather Report

The weather forecast for Sunday does not look promising, with a 75% chance of rain. If the match is canceled, Ireland will win the series

ZIM vs IRE Last Five Matches

ZIM ( Zimbabwe )	L NR L L W
IRE ( Ireland )	W NR NR L W

ZIM vs IRE Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	ZIM Won	IRE Won	Tie	NR
Overall	21	8	9	1	3
Last 5	5	1	2	0	2

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

ZIM vs IRE Probable Playing XIs:

Zimbabwe Probable Playing XIs

J Gumbie, T Kamunhukamwe, Milton Shumba, Ryan Burl, B Mavuta, Clive Madande, Sikandar Raza, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, T Chivanga, Wellington Masakadza

Ireland Probable Playing XIs

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

Topmost Picks for ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Zimbabwe

• Sikandar Raza- Sikandar Raza has failed in both the games so far and this will be concerning for the team. In the absence of Williams and Ervine, Raza is Zimbabwe’s biggest hope. 
• Richard Ngarava- Richard Ngarava has been consistent in the series and the Ireland batters have found it hard against him. Once again, the left arm pacer will be looking for a decent show.

Top Picks – Ireland

• Harry Tector- Harry Tector  is a match winner with the bat on his day. The batter averages 50 in ODIs. He got a start of 21 in the 2nd ODI but failed to convert. However, he is very consistent so expect some fireworks from him very soon. 
• Curtis Campher- Campher brings a lot to the table, with bat as well as ball. He played a match winning innings of 66 in 2nd ODI. He is also very handy with the ball and has delivered many memorable performances for Ireland.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Team:

Lorcan Tucker, Harry Tector, Milton Shumba, Clive Madande, Sikandar Raza(C), Ryan Burl, Richard Ngarava, Curtis Campher(VC), Craig Young, Joshua Little, Blessing Muzarabani

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Team:

Lorcan Tucker, Harry Tector, T Kamunhukamwe, Clive Madande, Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl, B Mavuta, Curtis Campher, Mark Adair, Joshua Little(C), Blessing Muzarabani(VC)

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Sikandar Raza, Joshua Little

Vice-captain – Harry Tector, Blessing Muzarabani

Wicketkeeper – Lorcan Tucker

ZIM vs IRE Probable Winners:

Ireland will begin as the favorite. Zimbabwe is missing Sean Williams and Craig Ervine, and they don’t appear to have the batting quality to score big runs or even last 50 overs. They may reach a high total if Sikandar Raza fires, but Raza has looked out of sorts in both games, which is a major concern. At the moment, Ireland appears to be far ahead of Zimbabwe, so we recommend backing Ireland to win. Considering the team combination, Zimbabwe is expected to win this match.