The short gap between the One-Day International (ODI) and Twenty20 International (T20I) series brings an opportunity for Zimbabwe to get back on their feet, dust themselves clean and seek a fresh beginning. The atmosphere must have been morose but Graeme Cremer, the Zimbabwe captain, was quick to suggest that there was indeed no time for introspection.
If the three fixtures so far are anything to go by, it's the lack of patience and application that has ailed Zimbabwe. On two out of three occasions, they had a good enough foundation to challenge their superior opposition, but their failure to do so reflected the fact that perseverance isn't their strongest suit. The shorter format, thus, comes as one where they can try and play with renewed confidence levels.
That said, they will go up against a bunch of youngsters who may have been inexperienced in ODIs, but come into the T20I series with rich Indian Premier League experience. Yuzvendra Chahal has picked 20-plus wickets for two seasons in a row now, Jasprit Bumrah has been one of the finds of the tournament while Barinder Sran too showed his mettle across roles in a title-winning season in 2016. Among the batters too, KL Rahul has enhanced his reputation as a T20 player while Manish Pandey is one of the top-order batters that Zimbabwe need to be wary of.
In absolute contrast, Zimbabwe have the unwanted distinction of being the only full member of the International Cricket Council (ICC) to not have qualified for the Super 10 of the ICC World Twenty20 in India earlier this year. Afghanistan, who've been on the rise in recent years, piped the African nation to advance. The only bit of optimism comes from the fact that they managed to beat India and level the two-match T20I series at home last July.
Team News:
India: Sanjay Bangar, the head coach, suggested there will be an attempt to give opportunity to as many squad members as possible. Faiz Fazal, the only player in Indian squad who hasn't played IPL 2016, might make way for either Karun Nair or Mandeep Singh. Rishi Dhawan, who batted and bowled for a lengthy period in the nets, may also make the cut.
Zimbabwe: Among the five additions to the 18-man T20I squad, Chamu Chibhabha seems a sure starter on Saturday. Wellington Masakadza, the left-arm spinner who has patiently waited in the wings during the ODIs, could face competition from the uncapped Tapiwa Mufudza, the right-arm spinner, who has impressed with 15 wickets in 10 domestic T20s for the Mountaineers.
Did you know:
- Jasprit Bumrah has taken 48 wickets in T20s in 2016, second highest behind Andre Russell's 49. It is also the most by an Indian bowler in a calendar year in T20s.
- Hamilton Masakadza has scored seven fifties in losses in T20Is - the most by any. He ended up in the losing side 35 out of the 47 T20s he played.
- India and Zimbabwe last met in a T20I in 2015 in Harare. Six players remain for Zimbabwe and three for India from that match, in the current squad. Both sides will be lead by a different captain this time.
Who said what:
Sikandar Raza: I can certainly say that the energy will be much better tomorrow as we have a better captain (than me). He is more mature and has clearer thinking. Hopefully we'll even have a better performance tomorrow. We will charge behind our skipper and give it a good show because what is happening and what has happened in the three ODIs, we're all equally to blame and for us to win the hearts of the nation and the worldwide fans that are out there, I think it has to be tomorrow.
Sanjay Bangar: We're hoping to match our own expectations when it comes to T20. We're coming on the back of an IPL so that should hold us in good stead when we play this format.Teams:India (From): Lokesh Rahul, Karun Nair, Manish Pandey, Ambati Rayudu, Kedar Jadhav, MS Dhoni(w/c), Axar Patel, Dhawal Kulkarni, Jasprit Bumrah, Yuzvendra Chahal, Barinder Sran, Mandeep Singh, Jaydev Unadkat, Jayant Yadav, Rishi Dhawan, Faiz FazalZimbabwe (From): Hamilton Masakadza, Vusi Sibanda, Chamu Chibhabha, Sikandar Raza, Elton Chigumbura, Malcolm Waller, Richmond Mutumbami(w), Wellington Masakadza, Graeme Cremer(c), Neville Madziva, Taurai Muzarabani, Tapiwa Mufudza, Peter Moor, Donald Tiripano, Tendai Chatara, Timycen Maruma, Tawanda Mupariwa, Tinotenda Mutombodzi
Thursday, June 28, 2018
West Indies Vs Zimbabwe 2nd Test Today Match Prediction
West Indies Vs Zimbabwe 2nd Test Today Match Prediction 29 October Sunday 2017. Who Will Win WI Vs ZIM Second Test match? Get cricket score ball by ball.
This is the 2nd test which will be played in Zimbabwe after 6 years.For both the teams, this is really important to see where they are on the international level.West Indies have won a test in the previous series they have played against England.West Indies team looks really strong to win this series.
In the 1st test match, west indies win by 117 runs and lead the 2-match series 1-0. Zimbabwean batsmen never looked comfortable in front of formidable and in form bowling line up of west indies and were bowled out for 316 runs. For his brilliant bowling in both innings, MAN OF THE MATCH goes to Devendra Bishoo.
You can get today match prediction from this great platform free and this match of Zimbabwe Vs West Indies 2nd Test is on Oct 29, 2017. Today Zimbabwe Vs West Indies 2nd Test will be playing in Bulawayo. These teams have extraordinary players and both teams are looking well balanced. Here we are providing cricket match tip, cricket prediction, cricket predictions, accurate cricket tips today of Zimbabwe Vs West Indies 2nd Test. Get today Cricbooth, today toss prediction and free today match prediction of Zimbabwe Vs West Indies 2nd Test and live score ball by ball.
Match Info
Zim vs WI 2nd test match, 2017
Date – Sunday, October 29, 2017
Time – 13:00:00 GMT +5:30(12:30 PM PST)
Venue – Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo.
West Indies Predicted Playing 11
Jason Holder (c), Kraigg Brathwaite, Kieran Powell, Kyle Hope, Shai Hope, Roston Chase, Jermaine Blackwood, Shane Dowrich (wk), Devendra Bishoo, Kemar Roach, Shannon Gabriel
Zimbabwe Predicted Playing 11
Graeme Cremer (c), Hamilton Masakadza, Solomon Mire, Brendan Taylor, Craig Ervine, Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza, Malcolm Waller, Regis Chakabva (wk), Kyle Jarvis, Chris Mpofu
This is the 2nd test which will be played in Zimbabwe after 6 years.For both the teams, this is really important to see where they are on the international level.West Indies have won a test in the previous series they have played against England.West Indies team looks really strong to win this series.
In the 1st test match, west indies win by 117 runs and lead the 2-match series 1-0. Zimbabwean batsmen never looked comfortable in front of formidable and in form bowling line up of west indies and were bowled out for 316 runs. For his brilliant bowling in both innings, MAN OF THE MATCH goes to Devendra Bishoo.
You can get today match prediction from this great platform free and this match of Zimbabwe Vs West Indies 2nd Test is on Oct 29, 2017. Today Zimbabwe Vs West Indies 2nd Test will be playing in Bulawayo. These teams have extraordinary players and both teams are looking well balanced. Here we are providing cricket match tip, cricket prediction, cricket predictions, accurate cricket tips today of Zimbabwe Vs West Indies 2nd Test. Get today Cricbooth, today toss prediction and free today match prediction of Zimbabwe Vs West Indies 2nd Test and live score ball by ball.
Match Info
Zim vs WI 2nd test match, 2017
Date – Sunday, October 29, 2017
Time – 13:00:00 GMT +5:30(12:30 PM PST)
Venue – Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo.
West Indies Predicted Playing 11
Jason Holder (c), Kraigg Brathwaite, Kieran Powell, Kyle Hope, Shai Hope, Roston Chase, Jermaine Blackwood, Shane Dowrich (wk), Devendra Bishoo, Kemar Roach, Shannon Gabriel
Zimbabwe Predicted Playing 11
Graeme Cremer (c), Hamilton Masakadza, Solomon Mire, Brendan Taylor, Craig Ervine, Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza, Malcolm Waller, Regis Chakabva (wk), Kyle Jarvis, Chris Mpofu
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