Zimbabwe vs Ireland Prediction: Both teams have equal chance

The national teams of Zimbabwe and Ireland will play each other in a one-off World Test Series. It will be held at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, set for the early hours of February 6th. Let's dive into all the statistical knowledge you need for this. Who will win this game of cricket?

Zimbabwe recent Form

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.

Zimbabwe Squad Lineup

Ben Curran, Craig Ervine (c), Nick Welch, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Brian Bennett, Johnathan 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

Ireland Squad Line-up

Andrew Balbirnie (c), Mark Adair, Curtis Campher, Gavin Hoey, Graham Hume, Matthew Humphreys, Andrew McBrine, Barry McCarthy, PJ Moor, Paul Stirling, Harry Tector, Morgan Topping, Lorcan Tucker, Craig Young

Expert Betting Tips

This is the first time both teams will be facing each other in 2025. 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 Zimbabwe draw no bet - 1.61 odds for bet365

Our Third prediction is Zimbabwe to win the toss - 1.90 odds for Betway