Zimbabwe vs Ireland: On Thursday, February 01, 2024, Zimbabwe will face Ireland in the fourth match of the five-match T20I series at the Harare Sports Club in Harare. After winning the first three T20Is comfortably, Ireland have already sealed the series and will aim to continue their dominance as they strive forward for a 5-0 clean sweep against Zimbabwe. Whereas Zimbabwe will be sad with their form in the T20I series as they lost the series.
Zimbabwe have lost the first three games of the series and the series too. Their batters have struggled to meet expectations and need to get better to win against Ireland. The hosts have faced difficulties in all departments. The team experienced a devastating 60-run defeat in the last match after they smashed 109-7 in a chase of 170. Zimbabwe are keen to demonstrate improved performances and will aim to avoid a clean sweep.
Ireland have been in-from in the series. The team has faced no issues in steamrolling the hosts. The top order of this side has been in great form, consistently keeping their wicket losses to three or fewer in the initial three games of the series. Their bowlers have also done a good job by not allowing Zimbabwe batters to get on top at any performance of the match. The visitors will look to continue their winning momentum.
Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 4th T20I – Match Details
Date and Time: 01 February 2024, Thursday, 10:00 PM IST
Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
Live Streaming: There will be no live telecast of the match. However, fans can get the live-stream link for the game on the social media pages of Zimbabwe and Ireland cricket.
Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 4th T20I – Pitch Report
The surface at this venue is a balanced wicket that offers runs for batters and a good amount of assistance to bowlers as well. The average score at the venue is in the 130s, and pacers have got the upper hand on the track.
Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 4th T20I – Weather Report
The weather forecast for this fixture is expected to be clear and friendly. The temperature is expected to be around 19-degree Celsius with 63% humidity.
Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 4th T20I – Probable Playing XIs
Zimbabwe : Chiedza Dhururu(wk), Mary-Anne Musondo(c), Pellagia Mujaji, Christine Mutasa, Kellies Ndlovu, Nyasha Celeb Gwanzura, Loreen Tshuma, Precious Marange, Nomvelo Sibanda, Francisca Chipare, Lindokuhle Mabhero.
Ireland: Amy Hunter(wk), Gaby Lewis, Orla Prendergast, Rebecca Stokell, Laura Delany(c), Arlene Kelly, Louise Little, Georgina Dempsey, Alana Dalzell, Freya Sargent, Cara Murray.
Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 4th T20I – Head-to-Head Records
In the four matches played between these two sides, Ireland have emerged victorious in all four games. Zimbabwe do not have a good record against Ireland as they already lost three matches of the series. Ireland has completely dominated Zimbabwe in the recent past.
Prediction: Ireland to win the match.
Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 4th T20I – Key Players
Zimbabwe
- Chiyedza Dhururu: The 28-year-old wicket-keeper batter has accumulated 212 runs from 16 T20I outings including the best score of 44. Dhururu produced a good knock early in the series. Her role is very crucial for Zimbabwe and she hopes to capitalize on the opportunity.
- Nomvelo Sibanda: The 27-year-old left-arm pacer, has taken 45 wickets averaging 13.33 and maintaining an economy rate of 4.83 from 40 T20I appearances including the best figures of 5/14. Following a couple of decent T20I outings, Nomvelo claimed figures of 1/23 in the third game and will be counted on to carry forward this momentum.
Ireland
- Arlene Kelly: The all-rounder has bagged 40 wickets from 30 outings including best figures of 5/12. She has a good record with the bat as well and can contribute crucial runs. Arlene was excellent in the ODIs, although she went wicketless in her last three T20Is. But she’s been economical and can be relied upon for the goods.
- Cara Murray: The 23-year-old leg-spinner has claimed 27 wickets from 39 matches at an economy rate of 6.88 with the best figure of 3/9. Continuing her outstanding ODI form, Murray has been consistent with the bowl in the T20Is. She will look to carry forward this form.
Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 4th T20I – Dream 11 Prediction
Wicket-Keeper: Amy Hunter (vc), Chiyedza Dhururu
Batters: Gaby Lewis, Orla Prendergast
All-rounders: Laura Delany (c), Arlene Kelly, Kellies Ndlovu, Georgina Dempsey
Bowlers: Alana Dalzell, Cara Murray, Nomvelo Sibanda
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