Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan Weather Report, 1st ODI: Harare Weather Forecast on December 17

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Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan Weather Report, 1st ODI: Zimbabwe and Afghanistan are set to lock horns in the first One-Day International of a three-match series at the Harare Sports Club, Harare, on Tuesday, December 17.

Following a 2-1 defeat in the preceding T20I series, the hosts will look to bounce back and set the tone for the ODIs. Afghanistan, under Rashid Khan’s leadership, will aim to maintain their dominance with a well-rounded squad.

Afghanistan will count on consistent performances from Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Hashmatullah Shahidi, and all-rounders like Azmatullah Omarzai and Mohammad Nabi. Zimbabwe, meanwhile, will pin their hopes on experienced campaigners such as Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams, and the pacers Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarava, to counter the Afghan challenge.

While the cricketing rivalry promises a thrilling battle, weather conditions at Harare could play a significant role. Here’s everything you need to know about the match.

ZIM vs AFG: Match Details

• Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2024
• Time: 9:30 AM Local | 1:00 PM IST
• Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare, Zimbabwe
• Capacity: 10,000
• Live Streaming: Available on FanCode in India

Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan: Pitch Report

The surface at Harare Sports Club has historically been favourable for bowlers, with pacers benefiting from early movement. Teams batting first have often found it challenging, as the average first-innings score of 230 suggests.

However, spinners could come into play as the game progresses, given the history of the venue. The captain winning the toss might prefer chasing, considering 103 of 198 ODIs here have been won by teams bowling first.

Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan: Weather Report

• Temperature: 23°C (Real Feel 24°C)
• Wind: Northeasterly at 13 km/h, gusts up to 33 km/h
• Cloud Cover: 99%
• Rain Probability: 90%
• Thunderstorm Risk: 54%

Weather conditions in Harare could disrupt the match, with a high chance of rain (90%) and thunderstorms (54%) forecasted during the afternoon. Cloud cover is expected to be near-total at 99%, and temperatures will hover around 23°C.

Winds will be blowing at 13 km/h from the northeast. These conditions could lead to interruptions or a reduction in overs, making early momentum crucial for both teams.

With rain playing a likely role, the toss could be decisive in shaping the game’s outcome. Fans will hope the skies clear enough for an uninterrupted contest to conclude the exciting series.