Zim vs IRE 2025, 1st ODI: Match Prediction, Dream11 Team, Fantasy Tips & Pitch Report | Zimbabwe vs Ireland
Zimbabwe and Ireland It is set to the first clash of the three-match ODI series on Friday, February 14th. This encounter takes place at Harare Sports Club in Harare.
Ireland has held a slight edge to head-to-head record against Zimbabwe, earning 10 of the 22 ODIs they played between the two teams. One game ended with a tie, but three produced no results. However, this time Zimbabwe has the advantages of the situation in the home.
Match details: zim vs ire, 1st ODI
- Date and Time: February 14th at 7:30am GMT/ 01:00 PM IST/ 09:30 AM Local
- venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
Harare Sports Club pitch report
Harare Sports Club offers a challenging yet balanced surface and offers something for both batters and bowlers. Known for its tricky nature, the pitch offers good bounce and pace, allowing the batter to play the shots with confidence. However, early movements from the surface make the pacer join the game and the first over is important for both teams.
With 200 ODIs playing at this venue, the statistics show a slight advantage that the team is chasing, with 104 wins compared to the 90 wins the team hit first. The captain, who wins the toss, is initially leaning towards bowling and attempts to misuse early moves before conditions settle for the batter.
Zim vs Ire Dream11 Prediction Pick:
- Wicketkeeper: Lorcan Tucker
- batter: Craig Irvine, Andrew Balvine, Brian Bennett
- All-around: Sean Williams, Sikandal Raza, Andy McBrin, Curtis Kanker
- bowler: Mark Adair, Joshua Little, Hair in a complete taxi
Zim vs Ire Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice Captain:
- Selection 1: Sean Williams (C), Sikandal Raza (VC)
- Select 2: Andrew Balbirnie (C), Blessings of France (VC)
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Zim vs IRE Dream11 Predictive Backup:
Paul Sterling, Craig Young, Richard Ship, Taida Louman
Zim vs Today’s Match (February 14th, 7:30am GMT) IRE Dream11 team):
squad:
Zimbabwe: Tadiwanashe Marumani (WK), Ben Curran, Craig Ervine (C), Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza, Brian Bennett, Wessly Madhevere, Newman Nyamhuri, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Bluesking Muzarabani
Ireland: Paul Sterling (C), Andrew Balvirney, Harry Techter, Lolkan Tucker (WK), Morgan Topping, Curtis Canker, George Dockrell, Matthew Humphrey, Andy McBrine, Mark Adair, Joshua Little , Gavin Wheele, Graham Hume, Barry Youngsey