The third ODI between Afghanistan and Zimbabwe, scheduled for December 21st at 1:00 PM IST at the Harare Sports Club, promises to be an unforgettable clash of cricketing titans.
Get the best ZIM vs AFG Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 3rd ODI match of the Afghanistan Tour of Zimbabwe 2024. Expert analysis and more.
ZIM vs AFG Match Preview:
In a breathtaking display of cricketing prowess, Afghanistan has vanquished Zimbabwe by a staggering 232-run margin in the second ODI at Harare Sports Club, etching their name in the annals of history with their largest ODI victory by runs.
As Afghanistan took to the crease, their batting juggernaut unleashed a torrent of runs, propelled by the unstoppable duo of Sediqullah Atal and Abdul Malik.
Atal’s majestic maiden ODI century, comprising 104 runs, harmonized perfectly with Malik’s 84-run symphony, yielding a monumental 191-run opening partnership that catapulted Afghanistan to a formidable 286 runs for 6 wickets.
Zimbabwe’s batting lineup, however, crumbled under the relentless pressure exerted by Afghanistan’s bowling arsenal, succumbing to a paltry 54 runs all out in a mere 17.5 overs.
The Afghan bowlers wreaked havoc, with AM Ghazanfar and Naveed Zadran claiming three scalps apiece, while Fazalhaq Farooqi and Azmatullah Omarzai chipped in with two wickets each.
With this resounding triumph, Afghanistan has surged ahead in the three-match series, taking a 1-0 lead after the first ODI was washed out. As the stage is set for the third and final ODI at the same venue, Zimbabwe will be seeking to redeem themselves and level the series, while Afghanistan will be striving to maintain their momentum and clinch a series victory.
Both teams are expected to employ strategic adjustments, paving the way for a thrilling and competitive finale.
ZIM vs AFG Head-to-Head Record:
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Teams |
Matches Won |
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Zimbabwe |
10 |
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Afghanistan |
19 |
ZIM vs AFG Weather & Pitch Report:
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Temperature |
26°C |
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Weather Forecast |
Few Clouds |
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Pitch Behaviour |
Balanced |
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Best Suited To |
Pace |
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Average 1st innings score |
225 |
Record of chasing teams:
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Records |
Good |
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Winning % |
61% |
ZIM vs AFG Playing 11s (Predicted):
Zimbabwe Playing 11: Ben Curran, Tadiwanashe Marumani(wk), Dion Myers, Craig Ervine©, Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza, Brian Bennett, Newman Nyamhuri, Richard Ngarava, Tinotenda Maposa, Trevor Gwandu
Afghanistan Playing 11: Rahmat Shah, Sediqullah Atal, Abdul Malik, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Ikram Alikhil(wk), Rashid Khan, Hashmatullah Shahidi©, AM Ghazanfar, Naveed Zadran, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Hot Picks for ZIM vs AFG Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
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Azmatullah Omarzai – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm medium fast bowler from Afghanistan. He scored 5 runs and took 1 wicket in the last game. |
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Sikandar Raza – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler from Zimbabwe. He marked 19 runs in the last match. |
Top Picks:
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Sediqullah Atal – He is a left-handed batsman from Afghanistan who opens the innings for them. He hammered 104 runs in the last game. |
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Rashid Khan – He is the key player from Afghanistan who can be dangerous with both bat and ball. |
Budget Picks:
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Naveed Zadran – He is a right-arm medium pacer from Afghanistan who can be handy while bowling first. |
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Richard Ngarava – He is a left-arm medium-fast bowler from Zimbabwe who leads the pace attack for the team. |
ZIM vs AFG Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
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Captain |
Azmatullah Omarzai & Sikandar Raza |
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Vice-Captain |
Rashid Khan & Sikandar Raza |
ZIM vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Tadiwanashe Marumani
- Batsmen – Sediqullah Atal, Brian Bennett, Hasmatullah Shahidi, Abdul Malik
- All-rounders – Sikandar Raza (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Sean Williams, Mohammad Nabi
- Bowlers – Rashid Khan (vc), FazalHaq Farooqi
ZIM vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Tadiwanashe Marumani
- Batsmen – Sediqullah Atal (vc), Hasmatullah Shahidi, Abdul Malik
- All-rounders – Sikandar Raza, Azmatullah Omarzai (c), Sean Williams, Mohammad Nabi
- Bowlers – Rashid Khan, FazalHaq Farooqi, Richard Ngarava
ZIM vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Today Match 3rd ODI Afghanistan Tour of Zimbabwe 2024 Players to Avoid:
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Players |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 Points (Last match) |
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Dion Myers |
7.0 credits |
5 points |
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Fareed Ahmed Malik |
7.0 credits |
DNP |
ZIM vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Today Match 3rd ODI Afghanistan Tour of Zimbabwe 2024 Expert Advice:
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SL Captaincy Choice |
Sikandar Raza |
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GL Captaincy Choice |
Azmatullah Omarzai |
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Punt Picks |
Richard Ngarava and Brian Bennett |
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Dream11 Combination |
1-4-4-2 |
ZIM vs AFG Match Winner Prediction:
Considering the current performance in this series, Afghanistan is expected to win this encounter.
