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IRE vs ZIM Only Test: Dream11 Predictions, Fantasy Tips, Teams, Pitch Report, Top Picks

IRE vs ZIM Only Test: Dream11 Predictions (x.com)

Ireland (IRE) and Zimbabwe (ZIM) are all set to take on each other in the one-off Test match. The match will be played at the Civil Service Cricket Club, in Belfast, Ireland on Thursday, July 25th at 3:30 PM IST.

Ahead of the game, here is a look at the top player picks, pitch report, fantasy tips, predictions and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.

IRE vs ZIM Head-to-head Stats

This will be the first Test meeting between Ireland and Zimbabwe.

IRE vs ZIM Pitch Report

The pitch at the Civil Service Cricket Club in Stormont, Belfast, is well-balanced. Historically, the pacers have been very successful at this venue. The pitch offers early assistance to the pace bowlers, and there's also some extra bounce available. Regardless, batting should be a nice experience, at least in the first inning. The pitch deteriorates a little as the game goes on; spinners come into play in the later phase of the match.

Fantasy Value from pitch report

The opening bowlers, specially seamers from the team fielding first will be good choices.
Top-order batters will be the best pick as they will get the best of the batting conditions.

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IRE vs ZIM Fantasy Cricket Tips

Lorcan Tucker, Andrew Balbirnie and Harry Tector will be great choices from the Ireland batting line-up. From the Zimbabwe batting order, one can select Craig Ervine, Dion Myers, and Sean Williams.
In the bowling department, Mark Adair, Craig Young, and Graham Hume could be valuable from the Ireland team. Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava and Tendai Chatara could be good bowling picks from the Zimbabwe's team.

IRE vs ZIM Winner Predictions

With a balanced squad and key players in form, Ireland seems to be favourites to win and will aim to secure a victory and build momentum for future test challenges. A close fight between both teams can be expected.

IRE vs ZIM Top Player Picks

Andrew Balbirnie (IRE)

As captain, Balbirnie will be the cornerstone of the batting lineup. In 8 Test matches, he has scored 378 runs so far. His experience and ability to adapt to different conditions are invaluable and must-pick for this game.

Mark Adair (IRE)

Another seamer with good pace, Mark Adair can be a handful for opposition batsmen. He has scored 196 runs and picked-up 18 wickets in 5 Test matches so far. His ability to play a crucial role with both bat and ball will be rewarding in the upcoming contest.

Craig Ervine (ZIM)

At 38 years old, Craig Ervine brings a wealth of experience to the Zimbabwe team. As the captain, he has amassed 1332 Test runs in 20 matches, demonstrating his significant contribution to the team’s batting line-up.

Sean Williams (ZIM)

One of Zimbabwe’s most seasoned players, Sean Williams is a top all-rounder with 1034 runs and 21 wickets in 14 Test matches, which makes him a key player for Zimbabwe and could be an essential pick for the fantasy contests of the match.

IRE vs ZIM Differential Picks

Paul Stirling (IRE)

Paul Stirling can be explosive at the top of the order, he has scored 319 runs in 6 Test matches so far. A high-risk, high-reward player, if he can find consistency in Test cricket, he could be a formidable force.

Blessing Muzarabani (ZIM)

A 27-year-old fast bowler, Blessing Muzarabani has picked-up 19 wickets in 6 Test matches with best bowling figure of 6-62. He is a crucial asset to the Zimbabwean bowling attack and will be the best differential option for this game.

IRE vs ZIM Fantasy Expert Advice

Considering the conditions and probable-XIs, a combination of 3-3-3-2 or 2-4-2-3 would be ideal for this fixture.

IRE vs ZIM Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Lorcan Tucker, Joylord Gumbie

Batters: Andrew Balbirnie, Harry Tector, Craig Ervine

All-rounders: Sean Williams, Mark Adair, Curtis Campher

Bowlers: Barry McCarthy, Blessing Muzarabani, Tendai Chatara

Captain: Craig Ervine

Vice-captain: Mark Adair

Ireland: 6 Players; Zimbabwe: 5 Players

IRE vs ZIM Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Lorcan Tucker