ZIM vs AFG 1st T20I Match Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, and Pitch Report Afghanistan Tour of Zimbabwe 2024

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After suffering a 3-0 loss in the home T20I series, Zimbabwe now heads to Afghanistan for a crucial 3-match T20I series. Now Afghanistan is ready to face Zimbabwe. But the T20I series starts with the 1st T20I match, set to occur on December 11 at Harare Sports Club. This highly anticipated clash promises intense competition, as both teams are known for their fierce rivalry. Afghanistan's bowling attack remains a key strength, and they will look to continue their momentum after a successful ODI series win against Bangladesh.  

On the other hand, Zimbabwe is eager to make the most of its home advantage in the T20I after defeating the home ODI and T20I series. This series against Afghanistan presents a prime opportunity to further their cricketing development and prove their capabilities on the international stage. They will be highly motivated to showcase their talents and challenge Afghanistan's potent lineup in T20I. Zimbabwe will look to capitalize on home conditions and deliver a strong performance, making this an exciting contest. With both teams fielding talented players and hungry for success, the series promises to be a thrilling and closely contested battle.    

Afghanistan may enter the series more confidently following their victory against Bangladesh in the ODI series.   

Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan Match Date, Time, & Venue: 

Match: ZIM vs AFG 1st T20I Match  

Date: 11th December 2024  

Time: 5:00 PM 

Stadium: Harare Sports Club 

Location: Zimbabwe 

Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan 1st T20I Pitch Report:  

The 1st T20I match between Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan, will be played on 9th December 2024 at 5:00 PM in Harare Sports Club. Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo hosted a total of 55 T20I matches, 33 matches won batting first and 21 matches won batting 2nd and 0 matches with no result. The first inning's average score was 153, and the second inning's average score was 133. In this venue, the highest score was 234, and the lowest score was 99. The highest total chased 194, while the lowest total defended 115. The pitch of the Queens Sports Club is equal for batters and bowlers. But every team wants to be batting first due to previous records.    

Possible Playing 11 for Zimbabwe: 

T Marumani (wk), RP Burl, Brian Bennett, D Myers, Sikandar Raza (C), W Madhevere, B Mavuta, R Ngarava, B Muzarabani, WP Masakadza, Trevor Gwandu 

Possible playing 11 for Afghanistan:   

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Hazratullah Zazai, Mohammad Nabi, Darwish Rasooli, Karim Janat, Gulbadin Naib, Zubaid Akbari, Rashid Khan (C), Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Noor Ahmad    

Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan Fantasy Team:   

Wicketkeepers: T Marumani, Rahmanullah Gurbaz  

Batsman: Dion Myers 

All-rounders:  Sikandar Raza, Wesley Madhevere, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib 

Bowlers: Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Rashid Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi  

Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan 1st T20I Fantasy Team for Today Match: 

Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan Fantasy Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:  

Choice 1: Sikandar Raza (C), Rashid Khan (VC)   

Choice 2: Rashid Khan (C), Wesley Madhevere (VC)  

Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan Fantasy Prediction Backups:    

 Wellington Masakadza, Karim Janat, Fazalhaq Farooqi  

Disclaimer:  

The author has provided you with the above-mentioned match prediction on the basis of his research, understanding, and analysis, consider the points and make your own decision. 

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