Zim vs Pak 3rd T20I Today Cricket Prediction
Who will win today match, 05-Dec?
Introduction
The third and final T20I between Zimbabwe and Pakistan in the Pakistan tour of Zimbabwe 2024 is set to take place at the Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, on December 5, 2024, at 4:30 PM IST. Pakistan has already sealed the series 2-0, showcasing their dominance. Zimbabwe, however, will aim to salvage pride and avoid a clean sweep. Let’s dive into the match preview, pitch conditions, and key predictions.
Match Details
- Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
- Date & Time: 5 December 2024, 4:30 PM IST
- Series: Pakistan tour of Zimbabwe
Match Preview
Zimbabwe Team News
- Zimbabwe’s batting lineup has struggled against Pakistan’s spinners, losing 13 wickets in the series so far.
- Sikandar Raza (captain) remains their key player, both with the bat and ball.
- The team will look for better starts from Brian Bennett and Tadiwanashe Marumani in the powerplay.
Pakistan Team News
- Pakistan has been clinical in both matches, especially with their spin attack led by Sufiyan Muqeem.
- Salman Agha, the captain, has led from the front with impactful all-round performances.
- The form of young batter Saim Ayub at the top has been exceptional.
Pitch Report
The Queens Sports Club pitch favors batting in the first innings, but spinners will have a significant role as the game progresses.
- Par Score: 155-165 runs.
- The team winning the toss might prefer batting first to post a competitive total.
Head-to-Head
| Teams | Matches Played | Pakistan Wins | Zimbabwe Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 20 | 18 | 2 |
Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips
Wicketkeeper
- Tadiwanashe Marumani (Zim)
- Usman Khan (Pak)
Batters
- Saim Ayub (Pak)
- Sikandar Raza (Zim)
- Brian Bennett (Zim)
All-Rounders
- Salman Agha (Pak)
- Ryan Burl (Zim)
Bowlers
- Sufiyan Muqeem (Pak)
- Blessing Muzarabani (Zim)
- Haris Rauf (Pak)
Captain: Saim Ayub
Vice-Captain: Salman Agha
Today Match Prediction
Key Predictions
- Who will win today match? Pakistan is the favorite to win given their dominant performance so far.
- Who will win the toss today? Zimbabwe might aim to bat first if they win the toss.
Score Predictions
If Zimbabwe Bats First:
- Powerplay (6 overs): 40-46 runs.
- Full Innings (20 overs): 155-182 runs.
If Pakistan Bats First:
- Powerplay (6 overs): 40-49 runs.
- Full Innings (20 overs): 137-159 runs.
Probable Best Performer of the Match
- Sufiyan Muqeem (Pak): His spin bowling has been unplayable in this series.
- Sikandar Raza (Zim): Zimbabwe’s go-to player in crucial moments.
Previous Match Recap
In the second T20I, Pakistan defeated Zimbabwe convincingly.
- Pakistan chased down the target in record time, with Saim Ayub’s blistering knock stealing the show.
- Zimbabwe’s batting collapsed under pressure, scoring just 57 after a good start at 37-0.