ZIM vs PAK 1st T20I Preview: Key Players And Stats, Live Streaming, Pitch Report, Probable XIs

The Zimbabwe vs Pakistan 1st T20 match will take place on December 1st [Source: @Harisrauf14/X.com]

After Pakistan's 2-1 victory in the ODI series against Zimbabwe, the team will aim to carry their momentum into the T20I series. The first match of the T20I series is scheduled for December 1st at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo, starting at 5:00 PM IST.

ZIM vs PAK 1st T20I: Match Details And Live Streaming

ZIM vs PAK 1st T20I: Pakistan Riding High On Win

Although the Mohammad Rizwan-led side lost their first ODI due to the DLS method and a poor performance that saw Pakistan crumble to 60/6 in 21 overs, Zimbabwe could not maintain their winning streak. Pakistan bounced back confidently, winning the next two ODIs by 10 wickets and 99 runs, respectively.

The T20 squad, led by Salman Ali Agha, aims to continue the series winning streak. With Haris Rauf in scintillating form and Mohammad Hasnain bringing raw pace to challenge Zimbabwe's batting lineup, Haseebullah and Usman Khan are also strong contenders as explosive options for Pakistan's innings.

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ZIM vs PAK 1st T20I: Zimbabwe Seek T20 Series-Seal

Zimbabwe's performance in One Day Internationals (ODIs) has been underwhelming, and their recent T20I outings have also left much to be desired. In their last T20I series against India, led by Sikandar Raza, Zimbabwe was thoroughly dominated, suffering a 4-1 series defeat.

However, Raza and his team are eager to start anew against Pakistan. Raza is capable of anchoring the innings with both bat and ball, and alongside pace bowlers Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarava, they could potentially challenge Pakistan's batting lineup. Clive Madande and Tadiwanashe Marumani are also key players to watch, as they have the potential to score well.

ZIM vs PAK 1st T20I: Queens Sports Club Pitch Report

The weather forecast predicts sunny conditions, and the pitch at Queens Sports Club is expected to suit both batters and bowlers. Batting in Bulawayo should be straightforward, while bowlers will also have the opportunity to keep the batters under control. The average first-innings score at Queens Sports Club is 154, while the average second-innings score is 130. Therefore, it's likely that the winning captain will choose to bat first if they win the toss.

ZIM vs PAK 1st T20I: Key Players & Stats

• Blessing Muzarabani: 61 T20Is, 71 wickets; 7.01 ER
• Haseebullah Khan: 30 T20s, 517 runs; 122.80 SR
• Sikandar Raza: 96 T20Is, 2236 runs and 76 wickets; 138.28 SR; 6.96 ER
• Haris Rauf: 75 T20Is, 107 wickets; 8.17 ER

ZIM vs PAK 1st T20I: Probable Playing XIs

Zimbabwe: Sikandar Raza (captain), Tadiwanashe Marumani (wicket-keeper), Wessly Madhevere, Ryan Burl, Clive Madande, Dion Myers, Brandon Mavuta, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Faraz Akram

Pakistan: Salman Ali Agha (captain), Sahibzada Farhan (wicket-keeper), Tayyab Tahir, Qasim Akram, Omair bin Yousuf, Haseebullah Khan, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Ahmed Daniyal, Sufyan Muqeem

ZIM vs PAK 1st T20I: Winner Prediction

When comparing head-to-head statistics, Pakistan has significantly dominated Zimbabwe in T20Is, winning 8 out of the last 10 matches between the two teams. Interestingly, Zimbabwe has also lost their most recent T20I match at Queens Ground. Based on these stats, it is highly likely that Pakistan will win the first T20I of the series against Zimbabwe.

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