The second ODI encounter of the three-match series between Pakistan and Zimbabwe will be held on 26th November 2024 at Darren Sammy Cricket Stadium. The hosts, Zimbabwe lead the series by 1-0 as they defeated the Pakistani squad in an upset in the 1st ODI by a hefty 80-run margin. Perhaps, the Pakistani team is missing the availability of their best ODI star, Babar Azam in this series. Will Muhammad Rizwan and his men be able to come back stronger and level the series by winning the second game? Let’s wait and see.
Live Streaming Info
Fans can watch Pak Vs Zim live on Tens Sports and A Sports in Pakistan, Sony Live TV Network in India, and Sky Sports Network in England. This match will be streamed at 12:30 p.m. PST, 1:00 p.m. IST, and 7:30 a.m. GMT.
Team Analysis
The biggest flaw in the Pakistani line-up is their weak and inexperienced batting. With only two senior players, namely Muhammad Rizwan and Salman Ali Agha, the other batsmen are young and have little to no experience of playing on Zimbabwe pitches. In a 50-over ODI match, this squad is a bad news and can easily lead to a middle-order collapse under the slightest bit of pressure. This was seen in the last game where 6 players were dismissed by the Zimbabwe bowlers for only 60 runs with 30 overs to go.
Another deficiency in the green squad is the absence of key, anchoring players. These include Babar Azam, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Fakhar Zaman. These big names have been rested in the series for the upcoming test series against South Africa. However, the young boys cannot fill the shoes of their seniors and struggle to contribute something valuable to their team.
Richard Ngarava is a key left-arm pacer for Zimbabwe and can be best described as a valuable asset for his team. The talented star recently surpassed 50 ODI wickets in 42 matches. Known for his early breakthroughs and swing capabilities, he averages 33 with an economy rate above five. His best ODI figures are 5/32, showcasing his potential as a leading bowler. However, he can also contribute as a batsman for his team when required as can be judged by his stellar 548 runs batting innings in the 1st game.
Match Insights And Conclusion
The key impact players for this game include Muhammad Rizwan, Haris Rauf, Blessing Muzarabani, and Sean Williams. In this must-win encounter, Muhammad Rizwan and his men must devise a new strategy to defeat the hosts and enter the Champions Trophy 2025 with confidence and morale. If you want to watch Pak Vs Zim, scroll above and click on the link provided.
