Zimbabwe hosts Pakistan in the third and final PAK vs ZIM ODI after the visitors dominated in the second game to square the series 1-1. Pakistan crushed Zimbabwe by ten wickets chasing a modest target of 146 with 32 overs to spare.
Saim Ayub starred with a blistering 113* off just 62 balls, registering the fastest ODI century for Pakistan after Shahid Afridi, reaching the milestone in 53 balls.
In response, Ayub and Abdullah Shafique (32*) made light work of the chase in the PAK vs ZIM 2nd ODI. Ayub’s attacking approach neutralized Zimbabwe’s bowlers, while Shafique provided support. Despite early chances, Zimbabwe’s fielding lapses and ineffective spin bowling allowed Pakistan to dominate.
The PAK vs ZIM third ODI now serves as the decider, with Zimbabwe banking on home advantage and key players like Craig Ervine and Sean Williams to step up.
PAK vs ZIM Weather Report And Pitch Report Of the Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo – 3rd ODI, Pakistan tour of Zimbabwe 2024
PAK vs ZIM Weather Report Of Bulawayo
Heavy thunderstorms with a high temperature of 27°C on Thursday in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, would pose a serious challenge for the cricket matches.
A 70% probability of precipitation will worry about a possible delay or even match interruption or cancellation because of rain and wet outfield conditions.
At 69%, the humidity may make the conditions unbearable for players and could easily wet the ball, hence affecting swing and grip.
Winds at 18 km/h might indeed play a role in dictating deliveries and aerial shots while adding another dimension to navigation for the players.
The presence of lightning risks in the 3rd PAK vs ZIM ODI would oblige umpires and ground staff to be watchful about such risks and ensure player safety. Teams ought to prepare for the event of a rain-shortened match or a Duckworth-Lewis scenario.
PAK vs ZIM Pitch Analysis
Here are the stats of the Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo :
| Matches Played | 94 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 39 |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 50 |
| Average First Innings Score | 226 |
| Average Second Innings Score | 180 |
| Highest Total recorded | 399/1 (Pakistan) |
| Lowest Total recorded | 48 (Zim Women) |
| Highest Score chased | 329 (By Zimbabwe vs New Zealand) |
More than 94 matches played, the pitch has shown a clear batting-second advantage where 50 matches have been won by teams chasing targets compared to 39 that were won while batting first.
The trend indicates a dynamic playing surface that often favors teams batting second. The statistical profile of the venue is dramatic. The average first innings score stands at around 226 runs while the second innings is at 180 runs.
What is more interesting, however, is that the ground has experienced extreme performances – from Pakistan’s mammoth 399/1 highest total to Zimbabwe Women’s shocking low of just 48 all out.
Conclusion
A prediction of rain and the PAK vs ZIM game can dish out a shortened one.
