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ZIM vs IRE 2nd ODI Dream11 Prediction & Match Preview
Zimbabwe vs Ireland, Ireland Tour of Zimbabwe 2025
Match Overview
The 2nd ODI of the Ireland Tour of Zimbabwe 2025 will be played between Zimbabwe and Ireland at Harare Sports Club, Harare on 16th February 2025. Zimbabwe won the first ODI convincingly by 49 runs, thanks to Brian Bennett’s incredible 169-run knock and a dominant bowling performance led by Blessing Muzarabani (4 wickets). Ireland will look to bounce back and level the series, while Zimbabwe will aim to seal the series with another victory.
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What We Cover in This Preview:
• Match Info & Venue Details
• Toss & Match Prediction
• Pitch Report & Weather Conditions
• Team News & Probable Playing 11
• Player Stats & Key Performers
• Best Dream11 Team Squad & Fantasy Tips
• Top Batters & Bowlers to Watch Out For
• Best Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
• Man of the Match Predictions
• Final Dream11 Team
Match Info
• Match: Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 2nd ODI
• Tournament: Ireland Tour of Zimbabwe 2025
• Date & Time: 16th February 2025, 1:00 PM (Local Time)
• Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
• Capacity: 10,000
Toss & Match Prediction
• Toss Prediction: The team winning the toss might opt to bowl first, as the pitch at Harare Sports Club tends to favor chasing teams in the second innings.
• Match Prediction: Zimbabwe is in better form and has the home advantage, but Ireland has the potential to make a comeback. If Ireland’s top-order delivers, they can level the series 1-1. However, Zimbabwe’s confidence after the 1st ODI win makes them slight favorites.
Pitch Report – Harare Sports Club, Harare
• Batting-friendly Pitch: The pitch generally supports batters, and a score of 280+ is considered competitive.
• Spinners Get Assistance in 2nd Innings: The surface slows down as the game progresses, making spinners crucial in the latter half of the match.
• Chasing Advantage: The team batting second often finds it easier to score due to dew and a settled pitch.
Expected Average Score: 270-290 runs in the first innings.
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Team News – Zimbabwe vs Ireland
Zimbabwe Team News:
• Brian Bennett and Ben Curran will open the innings.
• The middle order will be handled by Craig Ervine, Sikandar Raza, and Wesley Madhevere.
• Sikandar Raza and Wesley Madhevere will play a key role as all-rounders.
• The spin attack will be led by Sikandar Raza, Wessly Madhevere, and Wellington Masakadza.
• The pace attack will feature Newman Nyamhuri, Richard Ngarava, and Blessing Muzarabani.
Ireland Team News:
• Andrew Balbirnie and Paul Stirling will open the innings.
• The middle order will consist of Curtis Campher, Lorcan Tucker, and Harry Tector.
• Curtis Campher and George Dockrell will be the key all-rounders.
• Ireland’s bowling lineup includes Mark Adair, Craig Young, Joshua Little, Andy McBrine, and Matthew Humphreys.
Injury & Availability News:
• No injury updates yet.
Probable Playing 11 – ZIM vs IRE
| Zimbabwe Playing 11: | Ireland Playing 11: |
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| 1. Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk) 2. Ben Curran 3. Wessly Madhevere 4. Johnathan Campbell 5. Wellington Masakadza 6. Newman Nyamhuri 7. Richard Ngarava 8. Blessing Muzarabani 9. Craig Ervine (c) 10. Sikandar Raza 11. Brian Bennett |
1. Paul Stirling (c) 2. Andrew Balbirnie 3. Harry Tector 4. Lorcan Tucker (wk) 5. Curtis Campher 6. George Dockrell 7. Andy McBrine 8. Mark Adair 9. Graham Hume 10. Matthew Humphreys 11. Joshua Little |
Key Players to Watch Out For
Zimbabwe:
1. Brian Bennett – Scored a phenomenal 169 runs in the 1st ODI.
2. Sikandar Raza – A reliable all-rounder who can impact with both bat and ball.
3. Blessing Muzarabani – Took 4 wickets in the first ODI, a key bowler.
4. Craig Ervine – Experienced batsman and team captain.
5. Wellington Masakadza – Key spinner in the middle overs.
Ireland:
1. Paul Stirling – A destructive opener, capable of scoring big runs.
2. Curtis Campher – An impactful all-rounder.
3. Harry Tector – Scored 39 runs in the first ODI, expected to perform well.
4.Joshua Little – A dangerous fast bowler, Ireland’s main wicket-taker.
5. Mark Adair – Took 2 wickets in the first ODI, can be crucial again.
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Best Performing Batsmen & Bowlers
Best Batsmen for This Match:
1. Brian Bennett (ZIM)
2. Paul Stirling (IRE)
3. Craig Ervine (ZIM)
4. Andy Balbirnie (IRE)
5. Sikandar Raza (ZIM)
Best Bowlers for This Match:
1. Blessing Muzarabani (ZIM)
2. Joshua Little (IRE)
3. Curtis Campher (IRE)
4. Sikandar Raza (ZIM)
5. Wellington Masakadza (ZIM)
6. Matthew Humphreys (IRE)
Man of the Match Prediction
1. Brian Bennett (ZIM) – If he continues his brilliant form.
2. Paul Stirling (IRE) – Can turn the game if he scores big.
3. Craig Ervine (ZIM) – Experienced batter, key in the middle order.
4. Sikandar Raza (ZIM) – Can contribute with both bat and ball.
5. Andy Balbirnie (IRE) – A crucial middle-order player for Ireland.
Best Captain & Vice-Captain Choices for Dream11
1. Sikandar Raza & Curtis Campher
2. Brian Bennett & Andy Balbirnie
3. Paul Stirling & Wellington Masakadza
4. Andy McBrine & Blessing Muzarabani
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Dream11 Team Prediction – ZIM vs IRE 2nd ODI
Wicketkeepers:
• Tadiwanashe Marumani
• Lorcan Tucker
Batsmen:
• Paul Stirling
• Brian Bennett
• Andy Balbirnie
• Craig Ervine
All-rounders:
• Sikandar Raza
• Curtis Campher
• Andy McBrine
Bowlers:
• Blessing Muzarabani
• Joshua Little
• Richard Ngarava
Final Thoughts
The 2nd ODI between Zimbabwe and Ireland promises to be an exciting contest. Zimbabwe has the momentum, but Ireland will be desperate to level the series. With big hitters like Paul Stirling and Brian Bennett, and impactful bowlers like Blessing Muzarabani and Joshua Little, the game could go either way.
Who do you think will win this match? Share your Dream11 predictions!
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