Zimbabwe Vs Pakistan 2nd T20I: Key Players And Dream11 Fantasy XI Predictions

The cricket excitement continues at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo, where Zimbabwe takes on Pakistan in the second T20I on December 3, 2024. After a 57-run loss in the first match, Zimbabwe faces a crucial game. They will depend on captain Sikandar Raza to perform under pressure, while their bowlers aim to counter Pakistan's strong batting lineup.

The pitch at Queens Sports Club is expected to favour pacers initially, offering swing and seam. As the match progresses, batters should find consistent bounce and pace. Spinners might find some grip during the middle overs if the sun bakes the pitch. The weather forecast predicts clear skies with temperatures between 28°C and 30°C, ensuring ideal conditions for cricket.

• Fixture: Zimbabwe vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I
• Date: December 3, 2024
• Time: 5:00 PM IST
• Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
• Broadcast: Fancode App
• Live Stream: Fancode

Sikandar Raza leads Zimbabwe in a must-win situation to stay in the series. He'll be supported by Tadiwanashe Marumani and Brian Bennett. In the previous game, Raza scored a determined 39 runs, while Marumani added a quick 33. Consistency is needed from Dion Myers and Clive Madande in the middle order. Bowlers Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarava aim to improve after their first match performance.

Pakistan

Pakistan enters this match with confidence after winning by 57 runs in the opener. Key players Usman Khan and Tayyab Tahir both scored 39 runs each in that game. Irfan Khan's swift 27 added depth to their innings. Abrar Ahmed and Sufyan Muqeem, who took three wickets each, will lead the bowling attack alongside Haris Rauf's pace.

ZIM vs PAK Dream11 Prediction

• Wicketkeepers: Usman Khan
• Batters: Tayyab Tahir, Sikandar Raza, Tadiwanashe Marumani
• All-rounders: Ryan Burl, Salman Agha
• Bowlers: Abrar Ahmed, Sufyan Muqeem, Haris Rauf, Blessing Muzarabani
• Captain Choices: Sikandar Raza, Tayyab Tahir
• Vice-Captain Choices: Abrar Ahmed, Tadiwanashe Marumani

ZIM vs PAK Key Players

• Sikandar Raza (ZIM): Scored 39 runs last match and contributed with the ball.
• Usman Khan (PAK): Top-scored for Pakistan with 39 runs in the first T20I.
• Abrar Ahmed (PAK): Took three crucial wickets in the opening game.
• Blessing Muzarabani (ZIM): Needs to lead Zimbabwe's attack effectively.

No injury concerns for Zimbabwe; they are likely to keep their core XI intact. Pakistan is expected to field the same successful combination from their previous win.

ZIM vs PAK Probable Playing XI

Zimbabwe:

Sikandar Raza (c), Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Brian Bennett, Dion Myers, Ryan Burl, Clive Madande, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Wellington Masakadza, Brandon Mavuta, Trevor Gwandu.

Pakistan:

Salman Agha (c), Omair Yousuf, Tayyab Tahir, Usman Khan (wk), Irfan Khan, Sufyan Muqeem, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Abbas Afridi, Sahibzada Farhan, Mohammad Hasnain.

ZIM vs PAK Full Squads

Zimbabwe Squad:

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

Pakistan Squad:

Salman Agha,Omair Yousuf,Tayyab Tahir ,Usman Khan,Irfan Khan,Sufyan Muqeem,Abrar Ahmed,Haris Rauf ,Abbas Afridi,Sahibzada Farhan,Mohammad Hasnain,Aamer Jamal,Qasim Akram,Jahandad Khan,Haseebullah Khan .