ZIM vs IRE Match 1st T20I Prediction - Who will win today’s 1st T20I match between Zimbabwe and Ireland?

Preview

After the conclusion of the Test and ODIs, Zimbabwe are set to host host Ireland in a T20I three-match T20I series, with all the games set to be played at the Harare Sports Club.

Zimbabwe faced defeat in the one-off Test but found form in ODIs, as they beat the visitors by a 2-1 margin.Sikandar Raza and his men who would want to maintain the momentum after the 50-over series.

Meanwhile, the Irish will be disappointed after a suffering a huge nine0wicket defeat in the ODI series-decider. Paul Stirling and Co. would be eager to make comeback in the T20I format and finish the Zimbabwe tour on a high.

Match Details

Match Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 1st T20I, Ireland Tour of Zimbabwe 2025 Venue Harare Sports Club, Harare Date & Time Saturday, February 22, 5 pm (IST) Live Broadcast and Streaming Details FanCode (app & website)

Pitch Report

The surface at the Harare Sports Club suits chasers. The first half of the match has historicially been tricky for batting, but the pitch is usually known to get better as the game progresses. The captain who wins the toss would want to bowl first.

Head-to-Head record

Matches Played 15 Won by Zimbabwe 07 Won by Ireland 08 Games Tied 0 No Result 0 First-ever Fixture March 17, 2014 Most-recent Fixture December 10, 2023

ZIM vs IRE Predicted Playing 11

Zimbabwe

Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Wessly Madhevere, Tashinga Musekiwa, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Trevor Gwandu

Ireland

Paul Stirling (c), Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, Neil Rock (wk), George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Graham Hume, Barry McCarthy, Matthew Humphreys, Josh Little

ZIM vs IRE Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter: Brian Bennett

Brian Bennett. (Photo Source: ICC)

The Zimbabwean opener has already shown his skill in the ODI series and his counter-attacking style will come in handy in the T20Is as well. He was not afraid of taking on the Irish bowlers and was the highest run-getter in the 50-over series, scoring 247 runs at an average of 82.33.

Probable Best Bowler: Joshua Little

Joshua Little. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Joshua Little has been one of the top performers for Ireland in the T20 format and is the third-highest wicket-taker for the team. His skiddy pace and bounce will be effective on the ground at Harare. He also can bowl in the tough overs of the game as well and take wickets with the new ball.

Today's Match Prediction: Team bowling first to win the match

Scenario 1

Zimbabwe win the toss and opt to bowl first

Powerplay: 50-55

IRE: 160-180

Zimbabwe win the match

Scenario 2

Ireland win the toss and opt to bowl first

Powerplay: 55-60

ZIM: 190-200

Ireland win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.

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