India have won two consecutive matches [X]
On Saturday, India will lock horns with Zimbabwe in the fourth T20I of the ongoing five-match series at Harare Sports Club in Zimbabwe.
After losing the first match by a bare 13-run margin, India made a remarkable comeback, outclassing the hosts across departments in the subsequent two games.
So, this match is significantly important for Zimbabwe to stay alive in the series, while India will be aiming to sustain their winning streak and seal the trophy.
IND vs ZIM 4th T20I: Team Previews
India
Led by Shubman Gill, India have showcased incredible skill in the last two games. While Abhishek Sharma, Ruturaj Gaikwad and Rinku Singh have grabbed the limelight with their aggressive batting, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan and Washington Sundar have wreaked havoc in the hosts' camp with razor-sharp bowling.
But most importantly, Shubman Gill's renaissance must have eased the situation for the young Indian team as they gear up to claim the series with another victory.
The eyes will also be on destructive opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, who would be keen to convert his start into a big score this time.
Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe team in action [X]
Despite winning one of the three matches, Zimbabwe haven't been able to give the Indian bowlers a tough time in the middle.
While Marumani and Johnathan Campbell have let the Chevrons down, the inconsistency of senior players, particularly Sikandar Raza and Wessly Madhevere, has cost them big in the series.
Blessing Muzarabani has been economically effective, but he needs to strike for his team at crucial junctures.
With Dion Myers and Clive Madande contributing, better performances are also expected from Tendai Chatara, Brian Bennet and Richard Ngarava.
IND vs ZIM 4th T20I: Match details & live streaming
Information | Details |
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Date & Time | July 13, 4.30 PM IST |
Venue | Harare Sports Club, Harare |
Live broadcast & streaming | Sony Sports Network & Sony LIV |
IND vs ZIM 4th T20I: Harare Sports Club Pitch Report
The surface at Harare Sports Club has traditionally been favourable to batters and spinners. In the last game, the wicket was on the drier side, offering significant turn to the spinners, especially in the latter half.
Meanwhile, the pacers will try to generate movement off the cracks and hit the hard length to succeed here. Expect the toss-winner to bat first.
IND vs ZIM 4th T20I: Probable Playing XIs
As India have rotated their pacers, they are expected to replace Avesh Khan with Mukesh Kumar.
Meanwhile, Zimbabwe might drop Johnathan Campbell and Tendai Chatara for seam bowling allrounders Faraz Akram and Luke Jongwe.
India: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill (C), Abhishek Sharma, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sanju Samson (WK), Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Khaleel Ahmed, Mukesh Kumar
Zimbabwe: Wessly Madhevere, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Brian Bennett, Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza (C), Clive Madande (WK), Faraz Akram, Luke Jongwe, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani
IND vs ZIM 4th T20I: Fantoss fantasy tips
Roles | Players |
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Wicket-keepers | Clive Madande, Sanju Samson |
Batters | Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Dion Myers |
All-rounders | Abhishek Sharma, Shivam Dube, Washington Sundar, Sikandar Raza |
Bowlers | Ravi Bishnoi, Blessing Muzarabani |
Captain | Yashasvi Jaiswal |
Vice captain | Ravi Bishnoi |
IND vs ZIM 4th T20I: Winner Prediction
Considering their team balance, India are expected to emerge triumphant in this clash.