Match Details:
The 3rd match of the ODI series between Pakistan and Zimbabwe will be played at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi.
The match is scheduled to start at 12:00 PM Local Time (12:30 PM IST).
Preview:
The Pakistani camp will be a much happier unit that they were a few days ago. Though Pakistan managed to win the first of the three ODIs, it was from comfortable. Thanks to Brendan Taylor and Wesley Madhevere, the visitors almost pulled off a win.
However, the men in green resumed regular service in the second game. After a comfortable win and subsequently sealing the series, the selectors have announced somewhat of a new-look squad for this game. While these players will try to cement their place in the first team, Zimbabwe will look to salvage some lost pride.
PAK vs ZIM Weather Report for Match 3:
We can expect a full game as it will be hot in Rawalpindi, with the temperatures hovering around 28 °C.
Pitch Condition/Report:
The Rawalpindi track has been favouring the batsmen more than the bowlers. Anything under 280 might not be a great total.
Average 1st Innings Score:
307 (Last 13 50-over games)
Record of Chasing Teams:
Won – 6, Lost – 6, NR – 1
Injury and Availability News:
Pakistan have made quite a few changes to their squad. Imad Wasim, Haris Sohail and Haris Rauf are not included, while Zafar Gohar, Khushdil Shah and Mohammad Hasnain have earned a call-up.
PAK vs ZIM Today’s Probable Playing XIs:
Pakistan:
Imam-ul-Haq, Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam (C), Haider Ali, Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Iftikhar Ahmed, Khushdil Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Musa Khan, Faheem Ashraf, Wahab Riaz.
Bench:
Abdullah Shafiq, Mohammad Hasnain, Usman Qadir, Zafar Gohar.
Zimbabwe:
Brendan Taylor (WK), Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza, Craig Ervine, Donald Tiripano, Chamu Chibhabha (C), Brian Chari, Wesley Madhevere, Tendai Chisoro, Carl Mumba, Blessing Muzarabani.
Bench:
Ryan Burl, Tendai Chatara, Faraz Akram, Tinashe Kamunhukamwe, Wellington Masakadza, Richmond Mutumbami, Richard Ngarava, Elton Chigumbura, Milton Shumba.
PAK vs ZIM Top Picks for Today’s 11Wickets Match:
Babar Azam was not on song in the first ODI, but scored a brilliant 77 off just 74 balls in the second game. His innings was comprised of 7 fours and 2 sixes.
Brendan Taylor is currently topping the run-scorers’ list. The veteran wicket-keeper has 148 runs to his name. He has an average of over 70 and a strike rate of over 90.
Iftikhar Ahmed justified his selection in the national team by picking up 5 wickets in the previous game. He has also scored 28 runs so far.
Sean Williams has been impressive for Zimbabwe. He has scored 79 runs at an average of nearly 40. Williams has also picked up a wicket.
Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:
Captain Options – Babar Azam, Iftikhar Ahmed
Vice-Captain Options – Brendan Taylor, Shaheen Afridi
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for PAK vs ZIM 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Brendan Taylor
Batsmen – Babar Azam (C), Haider Ali, Imam-ul-Haq, Fakhar Zaman
All-rounders – Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams, Iftikhar Ahmed
Bowlers – Wahab Riaz, Tendai Chisoro, Shaheen Afridi (VC)
12th Man – Mohammad Rizwan
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for PAK vs ZIM 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Brendan Taylor (VC)
Batsmen – Babar Azam, Craig Ervine, Khushdil Shah, Imam-ul-Haq
All-rounders – Faheem Ashraf, Iftikhar Ahmed (C), Sean Williams
Bowlers – Musa Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Blessing Muzarabani
12th Man – Fakhar Zaman
Expert Advice:
Shaheen Afridi did not have a great time in the second ODI, but he picked up a 5-wicket haul in the first game. Having an average of only 17, he shouldn’t be a poor vice-captaincy pick for one of your 11Wickets Fantasy teams.
Today’s PAK vs ZIM Probable Winners:
Pakistan are expected to win this match.
