ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report & Injury Updates for 3rd T20I

Ireland has an upper-hand over Zimbabwe in this match

By CricTracker Staff

Updated - 10 Dec 2023, 15:57 IST

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Preview

The stage is set for an electrifying showdown as Zimbabwe (ZIM) squares off against Ireland (IRE) in the 3rd T20I of Ireland tour of Zimbabwe 2023 at the Harare Sports Club. This intense series of three T20Is stands locked at 1-1, with both teams showcasing their mettle in the previous encounters. In the nail-biting 2nd T20I clash, Ireland emerged victorious by 4 wickets, setting the stage for an equally competitive decider.

Ireland won the toss and chose to field first in the previous encounter. The Zimbabwean openers, Wesley Madhevere and Tadiwanashe Marumani, faced an early setback, falling prey to the disciplined bowling of Mark Adair. However, Tinashe Kamunhukamwe and Sean Williams resurrected the innings with a resilient 47-run partnership before Williams' dismissal by Curtis Campher. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, a crucial 77-run partnership between Ryan Burl and Clive Madande bolstered Zimbabwe to a competitive total of 165/5 in 20 overs. Mark Adair and Gareth Delany played pivotal roles in Ireland's bowling attack, picking crucial wickets.

In response, Ireland faced early setbacks with the dismissals of key batsmen Paul Sterling and Andy Balbirnie by Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarava, respectively. Lorcan Tucker and Harry Tector steadied the ship with a 34-run partnership. Although Zimbabwean bowler Trevor Gwandu dismissed Tucker, Curtis Campher and Harry Tector steadied the innings further with a crucial 76-run partnership. Despite brief cameos from Mark Adair and George Dockrell, Zimbabwe's Ngarava and Muzarabani kept the pressure on. However, Ireland managed to chase down the target of 166 runs with two balls to spare, clinching a vital victory.

Also See: ZIM vs IRE 3rd T20I: Match Prediction – Who will win today's match?

Match Information

Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 3rd T20I

Ireland tour of Zimbabwe, 10 Dec 2023, Sun, 4:30 PM IST ,Harare Sports Club

Broadcast

Fancode

Live Stream

Fancode

Weather Report

Harare Sports Club

Clear

24.8°C

59% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

Zimbabwe

L
W
W
W
W

Ireland

W
L
NR
L
NR

Players Stats in current Series

1

Harry Tector

IRE - bat

126 Runs

3 Matches

2

Clive Madande

ZIM - wk

91 Runs

3 Matches

3

Ryan Burl

ZIM - all

86 Runs

3 Matches

4

69 Runs

3 Matches

5

Sikandar Raza

ZIM - all

65 Runs

1 Match

6

53 Runs

3 Matches

1

Gareth Delany

IRE - bat

225.00

3 Matches

200.00

3 Matches

3

Sean Williams

ZIM - all

161.54

2 Matches

4

Sikandar Raza

ZIM - all

154.76

1 Match

5

138.00

3 Matches

6

Tinashe Kamunhukamwe

ZIM - bat

137.93

2 Matches

1

Craig Young

IRE - bowl

5 Wkts

3 Matches

2

Richard Ngarava

ZIM - bowl

5 Wkts

3 Matches

4 Wkts

3 Matches

4

Joshua Little

IRE - bowl

4 Wkts

3 Matches

5

Mark Adair

IRE - bowl

4 Wkts

3 Matches

6

Gareth Delany

IRE - bat

3 Wkts

3 Matches

1

Brian Bennett

ZIM - all

4.00

3 Matches

5.67

3 Matches

3

Brandon Mavuta

ZIM - bowl

5.67

1 Match

4

Joshua Little

IRE - bowl

5.92

3 Matches

5

Sean Williams

ZIM - all

6.50

2 Matches

6

Gareth Delany

IRE - bat

6.57

3 Matches

Probable Playing XI

Zimbabwe

W Madhevere, T Marumani, TS Kamunhukamwe, SC Williams (C), RP Burl, Brian Bennett, Clive Madande (wk), LM Jongwe, Trevor Gwandu, R Ngarava, B Muzarabani

Bench : CR Ervine, Sikandar Raza, T Munyonga, B Mavuta, CT Mumba

Ireland

A Balbirnie, PR Stirling (C), L Tucker (wk), H Tector, Curtis Campher, GH Dockrell, MR Adair, Gareth Delany, TF van Woerkom, CA Young, J Little

Bench : N Rock, GR Adair, BJ McCarthy, GI Hume

Injury and availability news

Will be added if there is any update.

Pitch Report

The pitch at Harare is anticipated to favor batters, providing good support for pacers, thereby making chasing the preferred strategy in this crucial encounter.

70%

Pace Bowling

30%

Spin Bowling

70%

Batting Pitch

170

Average Score

30%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

7.5
C

Mark Adair IRE | BOWL

An all-rounder for Ireland, Adair displayed his versatility by contributing 19 runs with the bat and taking 2 crucial wickets in the last match, proving his multi-dimensional skills.

8.5
VC

Richard Ngarava ZIM | BOWL

With his left-arm pace, Ngarava displayed his effectiveness, claiming 2 important wickets in the last match, proving his ability to provide breakthroughs for Zimbabwe.

7.5

Curtis Campher IRE | ALL

An all-rounder, Campher showcased his abilities by scoring 37 runs with the bat and claiming 1 wicket in the last match, exhibiting his contribution with both bat and ball for Ireland.

9

Ryan Burl ZIM | ALL

An all-rounder, Burl contributed significantly with the bat in the last match, scoring 38 crucial runs, showcasing his ability to anchor the innings in pressure situations.

8

Harry Tector IRE | BAT

A top-order batter, Tector played an impactful innings, amassing 48 runs in the previous match, showcasing his prowess at the crease and his importance as a key run-scorer.

8

Clive Madande ZIM | WK

In the previous match, Mandade played a crucial role as a middle-order batter, accumulating a total of 44 runs, illustrating his proficiency in stabilizing the innings.

Avoid Having These Players In Your Fantasy Sports Team

8.5

Theo van Woerkom

IRE | BOWL

His bowling performance is unimpressive in the last match, so he can be avoided in your fantasy team.

9

Brian Bennett

ZIM | ALL

His batting performance is unimpressive in the last match, so he can be avoided in your fantasy team.

Last Updated On - Dec 10 2023 3:57 PM

Players
11/11

Team 1

ZIM

6 : 5

IRE

Credits Left
10/100

Head To Head
Clive Madande

8

Lorcan Tucker

7.5

Andy Balbirnie

8.5

Harry Tector

8

Tinashe Kamunhukamwe

8.5

Sean Williams

9

Ryan Burl

9

Curtis Campher

7.5

Richard Ngarava
VC

8.5

Blessing Muzarabani

8

Mark Adair
C

7.5

Players
11/11

Team 1

ZIM

5 : 6

IRE

Credits Left
9.5/100

Mega League
Clive Madande

8

Harry Tector

8

Tinashe Kamunhukamwe

8.5

Sean Williams

9

Ryan Burl
VC

9

Gareth Delany

7.5

Curtis Campher
C

7.5

Richard Ngarava

8.5

Mark Adair

7.5

Craig Young

9

Joshua Little

8

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