The Pakistan tour of Zimbabwe 2024 continues with a high-stakes ODI clash at the Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo. After Zimbabwe's surprising victory in the first game, the series is set for a thrilling showdown. Can Zimbabwe seal the series, or will Pakistan stage a comeback?
Lotus365 Match Prediction and Analysis
Zimbabwe pulled off a spirited performance in the opening game, capitalizing on Pakistan’s inexperience and lack of key players like Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi. Their bowlers exploited the overcast conditions to secure their first victory against Pakistan at this venue in 10 matches.
However, Pakistan, known for bouncing back under pressure, will likely regroup and pose a formidable challenge.
Pitch Report and Conditions
Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
Weather: Sunny intervals with a high of 22.9°C. Light rain possible.
Pitch: Challenging for batters; scores around 250–280 are competitive.
Toss Prediction: To bat first, given the pitch’s tendency to slow down.
Zimbabwe Team Preview
The hosts will rely on experienced players like Craig Ervine and Sikandar Raza, alongside rising stars like Richard Ngarava, who showcased his all-round capabilities in the last game. Their spinners and pacers, led by Blessing Muzarabani, will look to exploit Pakistan's fragile batting lineup.
Zimbabwe Predicted Playing XI:Brian Bennett, Joylord Gumbie (wk), Trevor Gwandu, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Brandon Mavuta, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams, Craig Ervine (c).
Pakistan Team Preview
Pakistan must address their batting woes, especially against Zimbabwe’s spinners. Captain Mohammad Rizwan will be key to steadying the middle order, while bowlers like Haris Rauf and Mohammad Hasnain need to deliver early breakthroughs.
Pakistan Predicted Playing XI:Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk), Abdullah Shafique, Saim Ayub, Kamran Ghulam, Haseebullah Khan, Agha Salman, Irfan Khan, Aamer Jamal, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain, Faisal Akram.
Lotus365 Winning Prediction
Zimbabwe have shown they can compete against higher-ranked teams, but Pakistan, despite missing key players, have the depth to bounce back. We back Pakistan to level the series.
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