Get ready for the final showdown as Zimbabwe Women (ZIM-W) lock horns with Ireland Women (IRE-W) in the 5th T20I of the Ireland Women tour of Zimbabwe 2024 at Harare Sports Club in Harare. The series has been dominated by Ireland Women, leading 4-0. In the previous encounter, the 4th T20I, Ireland Women displayed their prowess, securing victory by nine wickets. Winning the toss, Ireland Women opted to bowl first in a rain-affected match reduced to eight overs per side.

Zimbabwe Women’s innings began with an early blow as opener Mary-Anne Musonda was dismissed by Georgina Dempsey. Kelis Ndhlovu and Pellagia Mujaji formed a 21-run partnership before Mujaji fell victim to Cara Murray. Contributions from batters like Chiedza Dhururu, Loreen Tsuma, and Nyasha Gwanzura propelled the score to 65 runs in eight overs, losing five wickets. Ireland Women’s bowlers, including Georgina Dempsey, Cara Murray, and Laura Delany, played crucial roles in restricting Zimbabwe Women.

In response, Ireland Women’s openers Amy Hunter and Gaby Lewis set the tone with a 34-run partnership. Amy Hunter’s dismissal by Lindouhle Mabhero did little to deter Ireland’s momentum. Gaby Lewis, alongside Orla Prendergast, contributed to a 36-run partnership, ensuring victory in 7.5 overs with just one wicket down. Gaby Lewis scored 20 runs, and Orla Prendergast added 27 runs to guide Ireland Women to a comprehensive win.

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The pitch at Harare Sports Club promises a batting-friendly surface with favorable conditions for pacers. The trend of chasing seems to be the preferred strategy on this track.