The national teams of Zimbabwe and Ireland will play each other in the first match of the ODI Series. It is set for the early hours of Friday on February 14th and will be held at Harare Sports Club, Harare, Zimbabwe. Let's dive into all the statistical knowledge you need for this. Who will win this game of cricket?
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Zimbabwe will be coming into this match from a match against Afghanistan that was just weeks ago. They lost the match with the scoreline of 1-0. Sean Williams is one of the most reliable batters within the team. The 35-year-old player recorded an impressive score in four innings against Afghanistan. This team will be seeking redemption, and it is expected that they will deploy all forms of strategy needed. There will be new player inclusions such as Sikandar Raza to boost their chances of getting a victory.
Zimbabwe Squad Lineup
Ben Curran, Craig Ervine (c), Nick Welch, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Brian Bennett, Jonathan Campbell, Sean Williams, Vincent Msakesa, Joylord Gumbie (wk), Nyasha Mayavo (wk), Blessing Muzarabani, Newman Nyamhuri, Richard Ngarava, Trevor Gwandu, Victor Nyauchi
Ireland form
Team Ireland has not been active for some months, with their last encounter being against Zimbabwe, winning by 4 wickets. They will be looking to build on this impressive performance and won by 4 wickets. The team has a very strong depth within their squad. This includes Curtis Campher, Lorcan Tucker, Harry Tector, and Paul Stirling. Andy McBrine and Barry McCarthy. Tector is a special player for the team, especially for what he brings to the battling division. He has the potential of producing 30+ runs.
Ireland Squad Line-up
Humphreys, Andrew McBrine, Barry McCarthy, PJ Moor, Paul Stirling, Harry Tector, Morgan Topping, Lorcan Tucker, Craig Young
Expert Betting Tips
This is the second time both teams will be facing each other in 2025. The last meeting ended in a disappointing defeat for Zimbabwe. Although around July last year, Ireland won by 4 wickets against Team Zimbabwe. Andrew Balbirnie was instrumental to the victory and has recorded 401 runs in 9 tests. He is sure to show up in this match. For Zimbabwe, Blessing Muzarabani will have to step up and utilize the experience he got. Also, Captain Craig Ervine is expected to lead this team as they seek victory.
Our first prediction is Ireland 1st innings lead - 2.10 odds for 1xbet
Our Second prediction is Ireland to win the toss - 1.90 odds for bcgame
Our Third prediction is Ireland to win - 1.90 odds for 4rabet
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