Zimbabwe (ZIM) and Pakistan (PAK) are set to continue their ongoing One Day International series with the third match taking place at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. This encounter will serve as the series decider on Thursday, November 28. In the initial two matches, Zimbabwe secured victory in the first match, while Pakistan emerged triumphant in the second ODI.
The first match was affected by rain, leading to Zimbabwe’s win via the DLS method. In contrast, Pakistan showcased their dominance in the second ODI, defeating the home team by 10 wickets, thereby making a strong comeback in this intense rivalry between the two cricketing nations.
ZIM vs PAK Match Details
Particulars |
Details |
Match |
Zimbabwe vs Pakistan, 3rd ODI |
Venue |
Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo |
Date & Time |
Thursday, November 28, 1:00 PM IST |
Pitch Report
The playing surface at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo is particularly advantageous for fast bowlers. Given the quick nature of the pitch, batsmen are advised to remain cautious during the initial phases of the match and to increase their scoring rate as the innings progresses. Choosing to bowl first may prove to be a prudent strategy, and it is anticipated that the captain who wins the toss will make this decision.
Head-To-Head Records
Matches Played |
64 |
Won by Zimbabwe |
06 |
Won by Pakistan |
55 |
Tied |
01 |
No Result |
02 |
Zimbabwe (ZIM):
J Gumbie, D Myers, S Williams, C Ervine (c), B Bennett, Sikandar Raza, C Madande (wk), Richard Ngarava, B Muzarabani, F Akram, T Gwandu
Pakistan (PAK):
S Ayub, A Shafique, K Ghulam, M Rizwan (c/wk), A Salman, I Niazi, A Jamal, Mohammad Hasnain, F Akram, H Rauf, Shahnawaz Dahani