ZIM vs IND Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates for 1st T20I

Defending T20 champions India will cross swords against a spirited Zimbabwean outfit in the first T20I of the much-awaited five-match series

By CricTracker Staff

Updated - 06 Jul 2024, 16:22 IST

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Preview

Just a week after winning the 2024 T20 World Cup in Barbados, the Men in Blue are all set to hit the field yet again as the side is slated to lock horns against Zimbabwe for the first match of the T20I series on July 6 at Harare Sports Club. A second-string India has landed in Zimbabwe for the series, and young batter Shubman Gill will lead the side this time.

Notably, the BCCI also included three World Cup-winning players on the Zimbabwe tour, but they had to be withdrawn from the first and second T20Is. The star cricketers Shivam Dube, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Sanju Samson will join the side ahead of the third T20I.

Meanwhile, the upcoming T20I series seems to be a golden opportunity for the youngsters to do well and retain their spot in the national squad. Now it seems that after the retirement of three legendary cricketers, the likes of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja, there are three vacant spots in the T20I team, and the youngster has a great chance to get a place in the 2026 T20 World Cup, where the side will be looking to defend their title.

The upcoming T20I series against Zimbabwe is set to commence in the new era of T20I cricket and on the road to the 2026 T20 World Cup, which will start in Zimbabwe. Meanwhile, Hardik Pandya is expected to take over India's full-time role, starting the series against Sri Lanka.

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Match Information

Zimbabwe vs India, 1st T20I

India tour of Zimbabwe, 6 Jul 2024, Sat, 4:30 PM IST ,Harare Sports Club

Broadcast

Sony Sports Network

Live Stream

SonyLIV

Weather Report

Harare Sports Club

Clear

8.5°C

80% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

Zimbabwe

W
L
L
L
L

India

W
W
W
W
W

Players Stats in current Series

1

Shubman Gill

IND - bat

170 Runs

5 Matches

2

Yashasvi Jaiswal

IND - bat

141 Runs

3 Matches

3

Dion Myers

ZIM - bat

134 Runs

5 Matches

4

Ruturaj Gaikwad

IND - bat

133 Runs

4 Matches

5

Abhishek Sharma

IND - all

124 Runs

5 Matches

6

Sikandar Raza

ZIM - all

90 Runs

5 Matches

1

Shivam Dubey

IND - all

216.67

3 Matches

2

Faraz Akram

ZIM - all

193.75

2 Matches

3

Rinku Singh

IND - bat

176.47

5 Matches

4

Abhishek Sharma

IND - all

174.65

5 Matches

5

Yashasvi Jaiswal

IND - bat

165.88

3 Matches

6

Ruturaj Gaikwad

IND - bat

158.33

4 Matches

1

Washington Sundar

IND - all

8 Wkts

5 Matches

2

Mukesh Kumar

IND - bowl

8 Wkts

3 Matches

3

Ravi Bishnoi

IND - bowl

6 Wkts

5 Matches

4

Blessing Muzarabani

ZIM - bowl

6 Wkts

5 Matches

5

Avesh Khan

IND - bowl

6 Wkts

3 Matches

6

Sikandar Raza

ZIM - all

6 Wkts

5 Matches

1

Washington Sundar

IND - all

5.17

5 Matches

2

Ravi Bishnoi

IND - bowl

5.58

5 Matches

3

Blessing Muzarabani

ZIM - bowl

6.00

5 Matches

4

Khaleel Ahmed

IND - bowl

6.82

3 Matches

5

Mukesh Kumar

IND - bowl

7.38

3 Matches

6

Avesh Khan

IND - bowl

7.55

3 Matches

Probable Playing XI

Zimbabwe

T Marumani, I Kaia, Brian Bennett, Sikandar Raza (C), D Myers, Johnathan Campbell, Clive Madande, W Madhevere, LM Jongwe, B Muzarabani, TL Chatara

Bench : M Shumba, Antum Naqvi, M Faraz Akram, B Mavuta, R Ngarava, WP Masakadza

India

Shubman Gill (C), Abhishek Sharma, RD Gaikwad, R Parag, RK Singh, DC Jurel (wk), Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Mukesh Kumar, KK Ahmed

Bench : SV Samson, JM Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sai Sudharsan, S Dubey, TU Deshpande, H Rana

Injury and availability news

(Will be added when there is an update)

Pitch Report

One can expect a flat pitch offering excellent batting conditions at Harare Sports Club. The batters will exploit the track's even pace and bounce to score runs, while the seamers will likely rely on cutters and variations to succeed at this venue. The spinners might get a hint of turn, particularly in the latter half. However, as it's the first game of the series, don't expect the track to deteriorate. So, the toss-winner might opt to bowl.

75%

Pace Bowling

25%

Spin Bowling

85%

Batting Pitch

165

Average Score

15%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

8.5
C

Shubman Gill IND | BAT

Shubman Gill was not a part of the 2024 T20 World Cup contingent and will be eager to prove his mettle to cement his place as a permanent opener for India in the format.

8.5
C

Rinku Singh IND | BAT

Rinku Singh has a great record in the limited opportunities he has got in T20I cricket and will be raring to go against Zimbabwe. Rinku's ability to clear the ropes makes him a specialist in the death overs for India.

9

Ruturaj Gaikwad IND | BAT

Gaikwad was in brilliant form in IPL 2024 hammering 583 runs at an average of 53 and strike rate of 141. He can be explosive in the powerplay while also play the role of the anchor.

9

Riyan Parag IND | BAT

Riyan Parag was in stunning form in the IPL and can be the next big thing for India in T20I cricket. He was in fine form scoring 573 runs in 14 matches at a strike rate of 149.2 in the marquee tournament.

9

Sikandar Raza ZIM | ALL

Sikandar Raza is a veteran in Zimbabwe cricket and one of the most talented all-rounders in the format. He played played 86 T20I matches and has a strike rate of close to 135 in the format.

8

Blessing Muzarabani ZIM | BOWL

Blessing Muzarabani is an exciting right-arm fast bowler who has bagged 60 wickets in 50 outings for Zimbabwe.

Avoid Having These Players In Your Fantasy Sports Team

8

Milton Shumba

ZIM | BAT

The star player seems inconsistent in the T20Is and one can ignored him fully.

7.5

Harshit Rana

IND | BOWL

It seems that Rana won't get the place in the startling XI this time.

Must Pick for Fantasy

1. Rinku Singh

Rinku Singh, renowned for his outstanding hitting skills, is an important member of the team as he offers strength and stability. The KKR batter's crucial contribution can be seen in his impactful performances that continually boost the team's performance. The 25-year-old cricketer amassed an unbeaten 69 runs off 39 balls with a strike rate of 176.92 in the last game against Afghanistan. The squad depends on Singh's consistent presence in the batting order to lead their team to wins, and his efforts are key to their ongoing wins.

2. Ravi Bishnoi

Ravi Bishnoi is best known for his accurate and quick bowling, which constantly poses a challenge to batters. The LSG bowlers capacity for pressure handling is essential to the team's bowling strategy. Even though Bishnoi gave up 38 runs in his most recent game without getting any wickets, his ability to perform in key instances highlights his importance as a crucial asset and greatly boosts the team's chances of winning.

Last Updated On - Jul 6 2024 4:22 PM

Players
11/11

Team 1

ZIM

3 : 8

IND

Credits Left
12/100

Head To Head
Dhruv Jurel

6

Johnathan Campbell

9.5

Rinku Singh
C

8.5

Ruturaj Gaikwad

9

Shubman Gill
VC

8.5

Riyan Parag

9

Sikandar Raza

9

Abhishek Sharma

8

Washington Sundar

7.5

Blessing Muzarabani

8

Mukesh Kumar

5

Players
11/11

Team 1

ZIM

3 : 8

IND

Credits Left
10.5/100

Grand League
Clive Madande

8

Dhruv Jurel

6

Rinku Singh

8.5

Ruturaj Gaikwad
C

9

Shubman Gill

8.5

Riyan Parag
VC

9

Sikandar Raza

9

Abhishek Sharma

8

Washington Sundar

7.5

Blessing Muzarabani

8

Ravi Bishnoi

8

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