ZIM vs IRE 1st ODI Match Prediction & Betting Tips
Zimbabwe will take on Ireland in the 1st ODI of the three match series. The game will be played at the Harare Sports Club in Harare and will start at 12:45 PM IST on December 13.
Zimbabwe will look to get back to winning ways after losing the T20I series 2-1. They were jolted by a big blow as Sikandar Raza was banned by ICC for the final T20 games. Sean Williams was not in great form and Craig Ervine did not play any game. The three players are the backbone of Zimbabwe batting. All three players will return for the ODI series and Zimbabwe should be a lot more competitive.
Ireland were brilliant in the T20I series and they will look to continue the good performance in the ODI series. There bowling looks decent but they have a lot of T20I stars in the batting. How well they adapt to the ODI format is what will determine Ireland’s fate in the series.
Zimbabwe vs Ireland 1st ODI Match Live Streaming
TV channels: This game will not be televised as no channel has bid for the broadcast right.
Live Streaming: You can live-stream the match on FanCode App and Website.
ZIM vs IRE Match Toss Prediction
Both teams fancied chasing in the T20Is and they should stick to the same template in ODIs too. The wicket should stay the same thus team winning the toss should field.
ZIM vs IRE Pitch Report
The wicket is on the dryer side thus it will help the spinners Every time a bowler puts the ball in line of the stumps, batters will be under pressure as odd ball will keep low.
Harare Weather Report
There is rain predicted on the match day. As per weather forecast, there is around 75 per cent chance of rain on December 13.
Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds, and match prediction for Zimbabwe vs Ireland 1st ODI 2023
Zimbabwe Team News & Playing 11
ZIM Team News
Zimbabwe suffered a huge blow as Sikandar Raza was banned by ICC for violating ICC rules for final two T20Is. Raza will be back in the playing XI. Also, Craig Ervine should return to the team for the ODI after missing the T20I series due to injury.
ZIM Key Players
- Sean Williams - Sean Williams had a poor T20I series but he is one of the senior players in the team and need to come good. ODI is a format that Williams enjoys more so he will be key for the hosts, with the bat as well as the ball.
- Sikandar Raza - Sikandar Raza will return to the team and that will be a big boost for Zimbabwe. Raza scored a fifty and took 3 wickets in Zimbabwe’s win in 1st T20I. His return make Zimbabwe look a lot more stable.
- Richard Ngarava - Richard Ngarava was the pick of Zimbabwe bowlers in the T20I series and he will hold the key with the ball in ODIs as well. Ngarava has been going through a purple patch and will pose stern challenge to Ireland.
ZIM Team Form
Zimbabwe last played in ODI World Cup qualifier but failed to qualify. They, however, beat Netherlands before that.
Zimbabwe Predicted Playing 11
Sean Williams, Craig Ervine/T Kamunhukamwe, Wesley Madhevere, Ryan Burl, T Marumani, Sikandar Raza, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Tony Munyonga, Luke Jongwe
Ireland Team News & Playing 11
IRE Team News
Ireland were brilliant in the T20I series and they would like to repeat their performance in the ODIs. The playing XI should be very similar to what they played in the T20I series.
IRE Key Players
- Harry Tector - Harry Tector was the best Ireland batter in the T20I series and played crucial role in Ireland’s win. He ended the series as the leading run scorer and will be eyeing a good show in the ODIs as well. He averages 50 in ODIs so one can expect good performances from him.
- Andrew Balbirnie - Andrew Balbirnie has also been one of the most consistent Ireland batter. Even though he did not have a great T20I series, he looked good during his stay at the crease. Most of the times, he lost his wicket while trying to play aggressive shots. He will have more time in ODIs to build an innings.
- Mark Adair - Mark Adair will be Ireland’s lead pacer in the ODIs. He had a good T20I series and picked 4 wickets. He has taken 55 ODI wickets in 43 games and has been one of the best in the format for Ireland.
IRE Team Form
Ireland have not won a ODI series since 2021/22 when they defeated West Indies in West Indies. Since then, they have lost to Bangladesh twice, failed to qualify for ODI World Cup and lost to England in a three-match series.
Ireland Predicted Playing 11
Paul Stirling (captain), Harry Tector, Andrew Balbirnie, Lorcan Tucker(wk), Andy McBrine, George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Joshua Little, Barry McCarthy, Craig Young, Curtis Campher
Zimbabwe vs Ireland Head to Head
Just like the T20Is, the two teams have won equal matches in ODIs.
ZIM vs IRE Head to Head Stats in ODI's
| |
Matches Played |
ZIM Won |
IRE Won |
Tie |
NR |
| Overall |
19 |
8 |
8 |
1 |
2 |
| Last 5 |
5 |
1 |
2 |
0 |
2 |
Zimbabwe vs Ireland Betting Odds
The bookies are backing Zimbabwe to win. The hosts will be boosted by the return of senior players Sikandar Raza and Crag Ervine and that should give them great confidence heading into the match.
Who will win Zimbabwe vs Ireland 1st ODI Match?
We suggest backing Zimbabwe to win. When it comes to ODIs, Zimbabwe look more used to the format. Also, return of Sikandar Raza and Craig Ervine should help. Sean Williams should also feel comfortable in 50-over format.
🏆 Zimbabwe vs Ireland Prediction
Ireland won the T20I series but ODI is a format the team is not very comfortable in. Ireland, in fact, have not won a series since 2021-22 in ODIs. For Zimbabwe, the return of Sikandar Raza will help. Also, Sean Williams will be more comfortable in the format. Overall, Zimbabwe will be comfortable playing in ODIs and will start the match as favourites.
Zimbabwe to beat Ireland in 1st ODI
Dec 13, 2023
12:45 IST / 7:15 GMT
Harare Sports Club - Harare, Zimbabwe
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