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Andy McBrin and Matthew Humphries shine in Ireland’s victory over Zimbabwe in one-off Test



Attractive encounters at Queen’s Sports Club, Ireland I won with 63 runs. Zimbabwe In a one-off Test match, they sealed off three consecutive Test victories and solidified their reputation in the longest form.

Left arm spinner Matthew Humphreys Appearing as a hero, he insisted a decisive seven-wicket match, including a major breakthrough on the fifth day, tense and tense as Zimbabwe chased 292 as he collapsed from 105-4 to 228.

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Resuming the fifth day 183-7, Zimbabwe needed another 109 runs, with hopes pinning for Wesley Madevere and nightwatchman Newman Nyamuri. However, Humphreys attacked early and locked up the third Nyamri LBW. The firing sparked Ireland’s momentum, but Madabele’s resistance fought over Zimbabwe. The host’s desire was to nose as Humphreys bowled Madebele with a sharp turn and ended his 195-ball all-night. The collapse accelerated as Zimbabwe lost its final wicket on just 10 runs. Andy McBrin Clean up Richard Nugarava to seal victory and spark joy among Irish camps.

Matthew Humphreys shines in his debut series

Humphreys, 22, played only his second test, finishing with 6/57 numbers in two innings and 7/95 numbers overall, misusing wear pitch with accuracy.

Amazing recovery in Ireland

After a disastrous start from Ireland’s miserable first day, the victory seemed unlikely and collapsed to 31-5. A stunning 127-run seventh wicket partnership between McBrine (90*) and Mark Adair (78) revived the innings and led Ireland to 260. Ireland’s second 298set competitive goals. Later selected as a match player, McBrin emphasized his all-around value by contributing 3/59 offspin in Zimbabwe’s first inning (267) and supplementing Barry McCarthy’s 4/75 I did.

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Zimbabwe’s tracking is lacking

The Zimbabwean chase began badly, with half returning to the pavilion at just 105. Madhabele’s Zarazas 84 featured eight boundaries and kept the hosts hunted until Humphreys’ intervention on the last day.

Irish rising test pedigree

This victory extends the streak of Ireland’s test following their maiden victory Afghanistan Abu Dhabi in March 2023, home victory in 2023 Zimbabwe In Belfast. Since acquiring Test status in 2017, Ireland has shown rapid growth, combining resilience with tactical insight.

The victory at Bulawayo highlights Ireland’s adaptability to situations like the subcontinent, which previously had a successful success in Abu Dhabi. In Zimbabwe, ranked in tests, the loss highlights a permanent batting vulnerability.

Currently, both teams’ focus will shift to three-day internationals starting at Harare on Friday (February 14th) before playing many T20Is.

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