ZIM vs PAK Dream11 Prediction, 3rd T20I: Zimbabwe vs Pakistan Fantasy XI, Captain and Vice-Captain Choices, Pakistan Tour of Zimbabwe 2024

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ZIM vs PAK Dream11 Prediction, 3rd T20I: The stage is set for the third and final T20I between Zimbabwe and Pakistan at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, on December 5, 2024.

After a dominating performance in the first two games, Pakistan aims to seal the series with a clean sweep. Pakistan's bowling and batting have been consistent, leaving Zimbabwe struggling for answers. Meanwhile, Zimbabwe is determined to put up a strong fight in the last match, seeking redemption after two crushing defeats.

Match Information:

• Date: December 5, 2024

• Time: 5:00 PM (IST)

• Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo

• Live Streaming: FanCode

Pitch and Weather Conditions

The Queens Sports Club pitch is batting-friendly with an average first-innings score of 160-170. Early on, seamers might enjoy swing, but spinners could play a role in the middle overs as the pitch slows down.

The weather is expected to remain sunny and clear, with temperatures around 25-28°C and no rain forecast, ensuring an uninterrupted match.

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Zimbabwe:

Zimbabwe’s batting has been underwhelming, collapsing in both matches. Tadiwanashe Marumani and Sikandar Raza are expected to anchor the innings, while the bowling unit, led by Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarava, needs to deliver breakthroughs to restrict Pakistan's strong batting lineup.

Pakistan:

Pakistan’s all-round dominance has been on display, with Saim Ayub and Usman Khan leading the batting charge. On the bowling front, Sufiyan Muqeem and Abbas Afridi have been exceptional, making life difficult for Zimbabwe’s batters.

Key Players to Watch

• Sikandar Raza (Zimbabwe): Despite low scores, Raza’s experience makes him pivotal.

• Saim Ayub (Pakistan): A consistent top-order performer with 60 runs in 2 matches.

• Sufiyan Muqeem (Pakistan): The standout bowler, claiming 8 wickets in 2 games.

• Blessing Muzarabani (Zimbabwe): Reliable with the ball but needs support from others.

ZIM vs PAK Dream11 Prediction

Wicketkeepers:

Usman Khan

Batters:

Saim Ayub, Tayyab Tahir, Brian Bennett

All-rounders:

Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl, Agha Salman

Bowlers:

Sufiyan Muqeem, Haris Rauf, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani

Captain Choices:

Sufiyan Muqeem, Saim Ayub

Vice-Captain Choices:

Sikandar Raza, Haris Rauf

Team News

Both teams have no reported injuries, and all players are available for selection.

Zimbabwe vs Pakistan Probable Playing XI

Zimbabwe:

Tadiwanashe Marumani, Brian Bennett, Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl, Clive Madande, Tashinga Musekiwa, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Trevor Gwandu

Pakistan:

Saim Ayub, Omair Yousuf, Usman Khan, Salman Agha, Tayyab Tahir, Irfan Khan, Jahandad Khan, Abbas Afridi, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Sufiyan Muqeem

Zimbabwe vs Pakistan Full Squads

Zimbabwe Squad:

Sikandar Raza, Faraz Akram, Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Trevor Gwandu, Clive Madande, Wessly Madhevere, Tinotenda Maposa, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Brandon Mavuta, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava

Pakistan Squad:

Ahmed Daniyal, Arafat Minhas, Haris Rauf, Haseebullah, Jahandad Khan, Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Hasnain, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Omair Yousuf, Qasim Akram, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Agha, Sufiyan Muqeem, Tayyab Tahir, Usman Khan