ZIM vs PAK Dream11 Prediction: Fantasy Cricket Tips, Today's Playing 11 and Pitch Report for Pakistan tour of Zimbabwe 2024, 3rd ODI
The 3rd ODI match of the Pakistan tour of Zimbabwe 2024 will see Zimbabwe (ZIM) squaring off against Pakistan (PAK) at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo on Thursday, November 28. Ahead of this exciting match, here's all you need to know about the ZIM vs PAK Dream11 Prediction, today's playing 11s, fantasy cricket tips, and the pitch report.
The series is currently at a standstill as both the teams have won one match each. Zimbabwe surprised everyone in the first ODI match after defeating Pakistan by 80 runs as the match target was reduced due to the DLS method. Pakistan won the second ODI match by a massive margin of 10 wickets.
These two teams have played a total of 64 head-to-head matches. Pakistan have won 55 matches, while Zimbabwe managed to win only six matches. Two matches ended without any results, while one match ended in a draw.
ZIM vs PAK Match Details
The third ODI match of the Pakistan tour of Zimbabwe 2024 will be played on November 28 at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. The game is set to take place at 1:00 PM IST. The live score & commentary of the game can be followed in the Sportskeeda Live Score section.
ZIM vs PAK, 3rd ODI Match
Date and Time: 28th November 2024, 1:00 PM IST
Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
Pitch Report
The pitch at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo is good for both batters and bowlers. The team winning the toss should look to bat first and smash quick runs. Bowling is relatively easier in the second innings. The second ODI match between these two teams was played at this pitch and 293 runs were scored at a loss of 10 wickets.
ZIM vs PAK Form Guide
ZIM - L W L L N/R
PAK - W L W W L
ZIM vs PAK Probable Playing XI
ZIM Playing XI
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Craig Ervine (c), Faraz Akram, Brian Bennett, Trevor Gwandu, Clive Madande (wk), Tadiwanashe Marumani, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams
PAK Playing XI
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Aamir Jamal, Abdullah Shafique, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Kamran Ghulam, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk), Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Shahnawaz Dahani, Tayyab Tahir
ZIM vs PAK Dream11 Match Top Picks
Wicket-keeper
Mohammad Rizwan
Mohammad Rizwan is no doubt the best wicket-keeper pick for today's match. He has an average of around 27 against Zimbabwe and can earn additional points with his wicket-keeping skills. Tadiwanashe Marumani is another good wicket-keeper option for today's match. He smashed 29 runs in the first ODI match against Pakistan.
Batters
Saim Ayub
Abdullah Shafique and Saim Ayub are the two best batsmen picks for today's Dream11 team. Saim Ayub is in top-notch form. He smashed 113 runs and took one wicket in the last match against Zimbabwe. Craig Ervine is another good batter for today's match.
All-rounders
Sikander Raza
Sean Williams and Sikandar Raza are the best all-rounder picks for the Dream11 team. Sikandar Raza has already smashed 1264 runs and taken 24 wickets in just 37 venue matches. Agha Salman is another good all-rounder for today's match. He has taken six wickets in the last two matches.
Bowlers
Abrar Ahmed
The top bowler picks for today's Dream11 team are Abrar Ahmed and Blessing Muzarabani. Both the pacers can take a lot of wickets on this pitch. Abrar Ahmed took four wickets in the last match. Faisal Akram is another good bowler for today's nail-biting match. He has taken four wickets in the last two matches.
ZIM vs PAK match captain and vice-captain choices
Sikandar Raza
Sikandar Raza is the most crucial pick from Zimbabwe as the pitch is expected to support both bowlers and batters. He will bat in the top order and complete his quota of overs. He has already smashed 1264 runs and taken 24 wickets in 37 ODI matches. He has also smashed 314 runs and taken eight wickets in 13 head-to-head matches.
Saim Ayub
Saim Ayub is one of the most crucial picks from the Pakistan squad. He is in top form and expected to play a crucial role both with bat and ball. He will open the innings for his team and bowl a handful of overs. He smashed 113 runs and took one wicket in the last match against Zimbabwe.
5 Must-Picks for ZIM vs PAK, 3rd ODI Match
Saim Ayub
Mohammad Rizwan
Sikandar Raza
Sean Williams
Agha Salman
Zimbabwe vs Pakistan Match Expert Tips
As the pitch is expected to be good and well-balanced, it is advisable to make a team keeping that in mind. Making all-rounders the captain or vice-captain is the best way to gain maximum points and win grand leagues in today's match.
Zimbabwe vs Pakistan Dream11 Prediction Today, Head-to-head
Wicket-keeper: M Rizwan
Batters: S Ayub, A Shafique
All-rounders: S Williams, S Raza, A Salman
Bowlers: H Rauf, B Muzarabani, A Ahmed, R Ngarava, F Akram
Zimbabwe vs Pakistan Dream11 Prediction Today, Grand League
Wicket-keeper: M Rizwan
Batters: S Ayub, A Shafique
All-rounders: S Williams, S Raza, A Salman, K Ghulam
Bowlers: H Rauf, B Muzarabani, A Ahmed, F Akram