Ireland will host Zimbabwe in the 5-match T20I series which starts from 27th August. Ireland are coming off a terrible T20I series against South Africa, losing 3-0 after being comprehensively outplayed in all the three departments.
Zimbabwe, on the other hand had a dismal T20I home series against Bangladesh last month, having lost the series 2-1. However, Sean Williams, Brendan Taylor, and Craig Ervine who missed T20Is against Bangladesh will be available for this series. With their main players back in the squad, they will be looking to start the series on a winning note.
Here are the match details, pitch report, probable playing 11, squads, player records/stats and dream11 fantasy team predictions for 1st T20I of the Zimbabwe Tour of Ireland, 2021.
Match Details
- Match: Ireland vs Zimbabwe, 1st T20I
- Date: Friday, August 27, 2021
- Time: 4:30 PM (IST) / 12:00 PM (Local)
- Venue: Castle Avenue, Dublin
- Live Streaming: Fancode
Pitch Report
Not many T20Is have been played at this venue. Keeping ODIs in mind, we can say that the batters will have an upper hand in the match as the shorter boundaries will help them in fetching runs with ease. Anything around 140 to 150 is a good total on this wicket.
IRE vs ZIM Probable Playing XI
Ireland Playing XI
Andrew Balbirnie (C), Lorcan Tucker (WK), Mark Adair, Harry Tector, Josh Little, Craig Young, Kevin O’Brien / Curtis Campher, Simi Singh, George Dockrell, Shane Getkate, Paul Stirling.
Zimbabwe Playing XI
Regis Chakabva (WK), Ryan Burl, Luke Jongwe, Brendan Taylor, Craig Ervine, Tendai Chatara / Richard Ngarava, Dion Myers, Wesley Madhevere, Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams, Blessing Muzarabani.
Average First Innings Score
The average first innings score at this venue in the last 5 matches played is 127 runs.
Record of Chasing Team
Based on the last 5 matches —
- Matches Won: 5
- Matches Lost: 0
- No Result/Abandoned: 0
Ireland & Zimbabwe Last 5 Matches Stats
IRE Form
ZIM Form
IRE vs ZIM Dream11 Expert Picks
| Player | Dream11 Points |
|---|---|
| Paul Stirling | N/A |
| Sean Williams | N/A |
| Brendan Taylor | N/A |
IRE vs ZIM Player Record/Stats (Top 5)
| Player | Stats (T20I Carrer) |
|---|---|
| Paul Stirling | 2167 Runs & 19 Wickets |
| Sean Williams | 945 Runs & 32 Wickets |
| Brendan Taylor | 934 Runs & 1 Wicket |
| Harry Tector | 408 Runs |
| Wesley Madhevere | 355 Runs & 3 Wickets |
IRE vs ZIM Captaincy Picks
- Paul Stirling
- Regis Chakabva
- Wesley Madhevere
IRE vs ZIM Dream11 Fantasy Team Prediction
Fantasy Team Suggestion 1
- Wicket-Keeper: Regis Chakabva, Brendan Taylor
- Batsmen: Paul Stirling, Craig Ervine, Harry Tector
- All-Rounders: Sean Williams, George Dockrell, Wesley Madhevere
- Bowlers: Mark Adair, Josh Little, Blessing Muzarabani
- Captain: Paul Stirling
- Vice-Captain: Wesley Madhevere
Fantasy Team Suggestion 2
- Wicket-Keeper: Regis Chakabva
- Batsmen: Paul Stirling, Craig Ervine, Andrew Balbirnie, Harry Tector
- All-Rounders: Sikandar Raza, Wesley Madhevere, Shane Getkate
- Bowlers: Luke Jongwe, Mark Adair, Josh Little
- Captain: Regis Chakabva
- Vice-Captain: Andrew Balbirnie
Probable Winner Of The Match
Ireland is expected to win this match.
Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team for the fantasy game please consider the points mentioned and make your own decision at the time of making your team.
