Zimbabwe will be squaring off against Pakistan in the first ODI match at the Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo on 24th November at 1:00 PM IST.
Get the best ZIM vs PAK Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 1st ODI match of the Pakistan Tour of Zimbabwe 2024. Expert analysis and more.
ZIM vs PAK Match Preview:
The Zimbabwe tour of Pakistan will kick off with the first ODI match. A total of three ODIs and three T20Is will be played as part of this tour.
Craig Ervine will lead the Zimbabwean side, while Mohammad Rizwan will captain the Pakistani team. Key players to watch out for from Zimbabwe include Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams, and Blessing Muzarabani. On the other hand, Pakistan’s strong lineup features Abdullah Shafique, Haris Rauf, and Shahnawaz Dahani.
Historically, Pakistan has had the upper hand in ODIs against Zimbabwe, winning 54 out of 62 matches. However, Zimbabwe will be looking to start the series on a positive note. With both teams boasting talented players, an exciting contest is expected.
ZIM vs PAK Head-to-Head Record:
Teams |
Matches Won |
Zimbabwe |
5 |
Pakistan |
54 |
ZIM vs PAK Weather & Pitch Report:
Temperature |
24°C |
Weather Forecast |
Light Rain |
Pitch Behaviour |
Balanced |
Best Suited To |
Pace |
Average 1st innings score |
254 |
Record of chasing teams:
Records |
Poor |
Winning % |
44% |
ZIM vs PAK Playing 11s (Predicted):
Zimbabwe Playing 11: Joylord Gumbie (Wicketkeeper), Tadiwanashe Kaitano, Craig Ervine (Captain), Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza, Brian Bennett, Clive Madande, Faraz Akram, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Tinotenda Maposa
Pakistan Playing 11: Saim Ayub, Abdullah Shafique, Mohammad Rizwan (Captain and Wicketkeeper), Kamran Ghulam, Aamer Jamal, Salman Ali Agha, Irfan Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Shahnawaz Dahani, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain.
Hot Picks for ZIM vs PAK Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
Haris Rauf – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm fast bowler from Pakistan. |
Saim Ayub – He is a left-handed batsman from Pakistan who will open the innings for them. |
Top Picks:
Sikandar Raza – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler from Zimbabwe. |
Sean Williams – He is a left-handed batsman and left-arm orthodox spinner from Zimbabwe. |
Budget Picks:
Mohammad Hasnain – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm fast bowler from Pakistan. |
Richard Ngarava – He is a left-handed batsman and left-arm medium fast bowler from Zimbabwe. |
ZIM vs PAK Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain |
Haris Rauf & Saim Ayub |
Vice-Captain |
Sikandar Raza & Sean Williams |
ZIM vs PAK Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Mohammad Rizwan, Clive Madande
- Batsmen – Craig Ervine, Saim Ayub, Abdullah Shafique, Brian Bennett
- All-rounders – Sean Williams, Agha Salman, Sikandar Raza (vc)
- Bowlers – Haris Rauf (c), Blessing Muzarabani
ZIM vs PAK Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Mohammad Rizwan
- Batsmen – Craig Ervine, Saim Ayub (c), Abdullah Shafique, Brian Bennett
- All-rounders – Sean Williams (vc), Agha Salman, Sikandar Raza
- Bowlers – Haris Rauf, Blessing Muzarabani, Mohammad Hasnain
ZIM vs PAK Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st ODI Pakistan Tour of Zimbabwe 2024 Players to Avoid:
Players |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Tashinga Musekiwa |
5.5 credits |
NA |
Tayyab Tahir |
7.0 credits |
NA |
ZIM vs PAK Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st ODI Pakistan Tour of Zimbabwe 2024 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice |
Haris Rauf |
GL Captaincy Choice |
Saim Ayub |
Punt Picks |
Mohammad Hasnain and Clive Madande |
Dream11 Combination |
2-4-3-2 |
PAK vs ZIM Match Winner Prediction:
Considering the team combination, Pakistan is expected to win this match.