Zimbabwe and the Netherlands will take center stage for the final game of the three-match ODI series on Saturday, March 25, at Harare Sports Club. Both teams have given their all on the cricket field, and fans have been blessed with two absolute nail-biters.
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Riding on a breathtaking century by Teja Nidamanuru (110* runs off 96 balls), the Netherlands won the first ODI by three wickets. But Zimbabwe showed nerves of steel in the second match and pipped the visitors by a run. With the series on the line, the two sides would look to be at their best, and yet another exciting contest could be on the cards.
ZIM vs NED Match Details:
Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
Date & Time: March 25, 1:00 PM IST
Telecast & Streaming Details: FanCode
ZIM vs NED Pitch Report:
The surface at the Harare Sports Club has offered a sporting wicket with something in it for both batters and bowlers. The same is expected to be the case in the clash on Saturday. Given both Zimbabwe and the Netherlands have solid bowling units, the side winning the toss in the series decider will look to bat first.
ZIM vs NED Probable Playing XI
Zimbabwe (ZIM):
Craig Ervine (c), Wesley Madhevere, Gary Ballance, Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl, Clive Madande (wk), Wellington Masakadza, Brad Evans, Tendai Chatara, Blessing Muzarabani
Netherlands (NED):
Vikramjit Singh, Max ODowd, Tom Cooper, Colin Ackermann, Musa Ahmed, Scott Edwards (c & wk), Teja Nidamanuru, Shariz Ahmad, Paul van Meekeren, Fred Klaassen, Ryan Klein
ZIM vs NED Probable Best Performers
Probable best batter: Sean Williams
Sean Williams was magnificent with the bat in the second ODI against the Netherlands. He put up an exhibition of his flamboyant stroke play and notched up 77 runs off 73 balls. The ace batter is in pristine touch and could again show his class on Saturday.
Probable best bowler: Sikandar Raza
Sikandar Raza bamboozled the Netherlands’ batters with variations in the previous encounter and ended the game with impeccable figures of 9-0-39-3. He would look to bring his A-game into play in the forthcoming encounter and wreak havoc with the ball.
Today’s Match Prediction: Zimbabwe to win the match
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
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