Zimbabwe vs Ireland: The final T20I between Zimbabwe and Ireland will take place at Harare Sports Club in Harare. Ireland have taken the lead in the series, leading 4-0. Ireland proved their mettle in the 4th T20I match, winning by a margin of nine wickets. Ireland won the toss and chose to bowl first in a rain-shortened encounter that was limited to eight overs each side.
Georgina Dempsey removed Zimbabwe’s Mary-Anne Musonda from the game to start the innings early. Before Pellagia Mujaji was overcome by Cara Murray, Kelis Ndhlovu and Mujaji partnered for 21 runs. Chiedza Dhururu, Loreen Tsuma, and Nyasha Gwanzura were among the batters who contributed, helping the team reach 65 runs in eight overs despite losing five wickets. Ireland bowlers, including as Laura Delany, Cara Murray, and Georgina Dempsey, were instrumental in limiting Zimbabwe’s women’s play.
In reply, Amy Hunter and Gaby Lewis, the opening pair for Ireland Women, established the tone with a 34-run partnership. The fact that Lindouhle Mabhero fired Amy Hunter didn’t stop Ireland’s momentum. With just one wicket lost in 7.5 overs, Gaby Lewis and Orla Prendergast had a 36-run partnership that secured victory. Ireland won handily thanks to 20 runs from Gaby Lewis and 27 more from Orla Prendergast.
Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 5th T20I – Match Details
Date and Time: 02 February 2024, Friday, 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, 5th T20I – Pitch Report
The surface at this venue is a balanced one 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, 5th T20I – Weather Report
The weather forecast for this fixture is expected to be clear and friendly. The temperature is expected to be around 22-degree Celsius with 60% humidity.
Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 5th 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, 5th T20I – Head-to-Head Records
In the last four matches played between these two sides, Ireland have emerged victorious in all four games. Zimbabwe need to step up to end the series on a positive note.
Prediction: Ireland to win the match.
Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 5th 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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