ZIM vs IRE 1st T20 Match Preview: As Zimbabwe and Ireland shift from ODIs to T20Is, both teams will be looking for a fresh start. Zimbabwe, riding high on their recent ODI series win, will rely on key players like Sikandar Raza and Blessing Muzarabani to continue their dominance.
Meanwhile, Ireland will bank on Paul Stirling and Mark Adair to turn things around in this format. With both teams eager to make an impact, let’s dive into the team previews, key players, and where to watch the action live.
ZIM vs IRE 1st T20 Match: Teams Preview
Team – Zimbabwe
- Zimbabwe has a mix of experience and young talent.
- Sikandar Raza is in great form and a key player in the middle order.
- Richard Ngarava and Blessing Muzarabani lead the pace attack.
- The team will aim to continue their momentum after their ODI series win.
Key Players (ZIM)
- Sikandar Raza – Strong T20I record vs Ireland, dependable all-rounder.
- Brian Bennett – Capable of providing a quick start at the top.
- Blessing Muzarabani – Experienced pacer, effective with the new ball.
Zimbabwe Predicted Playing XI
Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Brian Bennett, Dion Myers, Wessly Madhevere, Sikandar Raza (c), Tashinga Musekiwa, Tony Munyonga, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Trevor Gwandu, Richard Ngarava
Team – Ireland
- Ireland needs to improve after their ODI series loss.
- Paul Stirling and Harry Tector will be key in the batting lineup.
- Mark Adair and Josh Little lead the pace attack.
- The team has a decent record in Harare, winning 3 of their last 6 games here.
Key Players (IRE)
- Paul Stirling – Has a strong T20I record against Zimbabwe.
- Mark Adair – Can trouble batters with swing and bounce.
- Curtis Campher – Capable of steadying the innings and finishing well.
Ireland Predicted Playing XI
Paul Stirling (c), Harry Tector, George Dockrell, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Mark Adair, Graham Hume, Barry McCarthy, Matthew Humphreys, Josh Little
Also Check: ZIM Vs IRE 1st T20 Match: Pitch and Weather Report
ZIM vs IRE Recent Team Performance
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
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| Zimbabwe | L – L – W – W – L |
| Ireland | W – L – L – L – L |
ZIM vs IRE Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
- TV: Local sports channels (Check regional listings).
- Online: Fancode App/website.
- Live Update: available on MyFinal11.in
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