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Pakistan and Zimbabwe set to clash in the first ODI
Pakistan are gearing up for their next assignment as they are all set to face off against Zimbabwe in the first ODI of their three-match series, scheduled for Sunday at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo. Pakistan, fresh off a thrilling and successful series win against Australia in their recent three-match series, will enter the contest with confidence. On the other hand, Zimbabwe will be looking to make an impression and challenge their opponents.
Pakistan’s recent performance against Australia has been a major confidence booster. After a comprehensive 2-1 series victory, Pakistan displayed their strength and depth in both batting and bowling. Pakistan’s pacers, including Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf, have been in excellent rhythm, providing breakthroughs at crucial moments. For this series, Pakistan have rested Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi.
For Zimbabwe, this series represents an important opportunity to test their mettle against Pakistan, who are high on confidence. Zimbabwe, meanwhile, have been competitive in recent years, particularly at home. They will look to challenge Pakistan. Zimbabwe have a strong squad, which will be led by Craig Ervine.
Head to Head
Matches - 62
PAK Won - 54
ZIM Won - 5
No Result - 2
Tie - 1
Pak probable XI: Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Abdullah Shafique, Haseebullah, Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk), Kamran Ghulam, Irfan Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain, Shahnawaz Dahani
Zim probable XI: Craig Ervine (c), Faraz Akram, Brian Bennett, Joylord Gumbie, Trevor Gwandu, Clive Madande, Tinotenda Maposa, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams
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