Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 3rd ODI Match Pitch Report - Match Overview & Playing XI | Ireland tour of Zimbabwe 2025

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17 February 2025 | 06:42AM
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The 3rd ODI match between Zimbabwe (ZIM) and Ireland (IRE) in the Ireland Tour of Zimbabwe 2025 is set to take place at the Harare Sports Club, Harare, on 18 February 2025, at 1:00 PM. With the series potentially hanging in balance, both teams will be eager to make a strong statement in this crucial encounter.


Zimbabwe has displayed resilience and determination in recent times, with a solid core of experienced players complemented by emerging talents. Their batting unit is capable of handling pressure, while their bowlers have been instrumental in keeping opposition batters in check. With home advantage, Zimbabwe will look to dominate the game and end the series on a high note.


Ireland, on the other hand, has shown significant improvement in international cricket and has a well-balanced squad. Their top order features aggressive batters who can take the attack to the opposition, while their middle order has been reliable in anchoring the innings. Their bowling unit, consisting of quality pacers and spinners, will aim to put Zimbabwe under pressure early.


With both teams pushing for a crucial victory, the ZIM vs IRE live score will be closely followed as fans anticipate an exciting contest filled with intense moments.

Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 3rd ODI Match Details

Series

Ireland tour of Zimbabwe 2025

Match

Zimbabwe vs Ireland

Date & Time

18 February 2025, 01:00 PM

Venue

Harare Sports Club, Harare

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Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 3rd ODI Match Weather Condition

06:30 am

Cloud

77%

Humidity

69%

Wind

8.3 km/h

23.3

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Patchy rain nearby

Harare Sports Club, Harare

Harare Sports Club Pitch Report

Pitch Condition

Fast & Bounce

Batting Condition

Average

Pace Bowling

Pace & Bounce

Spin Bowling

Average

Pace vs Spin on Venue

(Last 10 match)

The Harare Sports Club offers a balanced pitch, making it a fair contest between bat and ball. Batters generally enjoy the conditions in the early overs, with a good surface that allows stroke play. However, as the match progresses, the pitch tends to slow down, bringing spinners into play and making stroke-making difficult. Pacers can expect some assistance early on, particularly with movement off the surface. The average first-innings score at this venue in ODIs typically ranges between 250-280, making it a competitive total. With chasing teams often having the advantage due to dew and the slowing nature of the pitch, the team winning the toss might prefer to bowl first, looking to capitalize on early bowling conditions and restrict the opposition.

Zimbabwe Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Ireland Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Venue Scoring Pattern

Avg 1st Innings

227

X

205

Avg 2st Innings

Highest Total

408-6 by ZIM vs USA

X

54-10 by AFG vs ZIM

Lowest Total

Highest Chased

328-3 by SA vs AUS

X

129-10 by AFG vs ZIM

Lowest Defended

Matches Won
Batting First

53

44%
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56%
Bowling First

68

Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 3rd ODI Match Squad

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Zimbabwe Probable XI :

Craig Ervine, Ryan Burl, Nick Welch, Wesley Madhevere, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Dion Myers, Johnathan Campbell, Tony Munyonga, Ben Curran, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Brian Bennett

Ireland Probable XI :

Paul Stirling, Peter Moor, Andrew Balbirnie, Harry Tector, Gareth Delany, Morgan Topping, Ross Adair, Lorcan Tucker, Neil Rock

Conclusion

As Zimbabwe and Ireland face off in this series-deciding 3rd ODI match, both teams will be focused on executing their game plans effectively. The ZIM vs IRE live score will be crucial for fans as they watch the battle unfold between two competitive sides. Zimbabwe will aim to use their home conditions to their advantage, relying on their batting depth and spin-friendly attack to control the game. Ireland, however, will look to continue their aggressive approach and build pressure with disciplined bowling. The key battles between Zimbabwe’s top order and Ireland’s pace attack, as well as how Ireland’s batters handle Zimbabwe’s spinners, will likely determine the outcome of the game. With a competitive pitch, experienced players, and the stakes high, expect a closely fought match that could go down to the wire. Fans can anticipate an exciting finish as both teams fight for supremacy in this thrilling ODI series.