ZIM vs AFG 3rd T20I Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s 3rd T20I Match Between Zimbabwe And Afghanistan?

Afghanistan bagged an easy win against Zimbabwe in 2nd T20I [Source: @ACBofficials/X.com]

The series finale between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan has arrived, with both teams eager to secure the series win. With the series tied at 1-1, this exciting finale on December 14 at Harare Sports Club will feature both the hosts and the visitors battling for the final victory.

Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe kicked off their series with a thrilling victory over Afghanistan, bowling them out for 144, thanks to Richard Ngarava’s three wickets. Brian Bennett’s near half-century sparked hope, but it was Tashinge Musekiwa and Wellington Masakadza who clinched victory with a nail-biting single on the last ball. However, in the second clash, disaster struck as Zimbabwe crumbled to just 103 while chasing 154. With the series finale looming, Sikandar Raza and Co. will be fired up and ready to battle for glory against Afghanistan.

Afghanistan

In a thrilling start to their series, Afghanistan stumbled in their opener, managing only 144 runs despite Karim Janat's fiery 54 and Mohammad Nabi's explosive 44. But they roared back in the second match. With Rashid Khan and Naveen-ul-Haq each claiming three wickets and Mujeeb Ur Rahman adding two more, Afghanistan dismantled Zimbabwe’s batting lineup. Now, the visitors will be eager to chase victory in the series decider and continue their dominance over the Zims. 

ZIM vs AFG Head-to-Head Records in T20Is

How Will the Harare Sports Club Pitch Behave?

The Harare Sports Club is a batters' paradise. With its flat pitch and short boundaries, runs flow freely, making the average first-innings score around 160 which rounds about to a total that often leads to victory. Captains winning the toss will eagerly choose to bat first, as the pitch tends to slow down later in the game. 

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Players To Watch Out For In ZIM vs AFG 3rd T20I

Zimbabwe

Blessing Muzarabani

Blessing Muzarabani has been a dependent bowler of the Zims. The pacer has garnered 9 wickets in his last 10 matches at an economy rate of 6.23. He will spearhead the host's bowling attack and might prove to be crucial in dismantling the Afghani top order.

Sikandar Raza

Sikandar Raza has claimed 12 wickets in the last 10 matches with an economy of 5.74. His batting form has also been decent as he garnered 312 runs at a strike rate of 166.0. With the finale on the line, Raza will be ready to fire with both the bat and the ball.

Brian Bennett

Brian Bennett has been in impressive form since Pakistan series. The explosive top-order batter has been an asset for Zimbabwe and has garnered 331 runs in his last 10 T20I matches. He also boasts an impressive strike rate of 150.5 while averaging 33.1.

Afghanistan

Rashid Khan

Rashid Khan, the captain of the Afghanistan cricket team, has become a prominent figure in the sport for his country. In his last 10 T20I matches, the mystery spinner has taken 19 wickets at an economy rate of 6.08. He is also often effective with the bat and can be a game-changer for his team.

Azmatullah Omarzai

Azmatullah Omarzai might not have been at its very best recently but his promising ODI knock of 70 runs against Bangladesh earlier in November will keep his name in the mix of favourites. The all-rounder has so far amassed 29 wickets in his 46 T20I matches and bagged 440 runs at a strike rate of 112.82.

Naveen-ul-Haq

Naveen-ul-Haq has been in outstanding form during the second T20I match against Zimbabwe, achieving figures of 3 for 19 and effectively dismantling the host's top and middle order. He has already made an impressive impact with a total of 19 wickets in his last 10 matches and could prove to be crucial in high-pressure situations.

Today's Match Prediction: ZIM vs AFG 3rd T20I

Predicted Top Performers

Zimbabwe – Brian Bennett, Sikandar Raza, Blessing Muzarabani

Afghanistan – Rashid Khan, Naveen-ul-Haq, Azmatullah Omarzai

ZIM vs AFG 3rd T20I: Predicted Score

Predicted first innings score: 150-160

Predicted second innings score: 130-140

Predicted Result: The team batting first will likely have an upper hand in this match.

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