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BAN vs ZIM 2nd T20 Preview (X.com)
With an aim to continue the winning momentum, Bangladesh will host Zimbabwe at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram on Sunday for the second T20I of the five game bilateral series.
Bangladesh maximised the home conditions advantage to outclass Zimbabwe completely in the series opener. But the visitors will fight for redemption with renewed energy and a better team combination.
BAN Vs ZIM: Team Previews
Bangladesh
For Bangladesh, the stakes are higher in this series as they prepare for the upcoming T20 World Cup. And the squad played accordingly in the series opener to fetch a dominating 8-wicket victory.
In a rain hit game, Zimbabwe were restricted to124 runs owing to Takin Ahmed and Saifuddin’s 3 wicket hauls.
Tanzid Hasan and Towhid Hridoy later managed to successfully complete the chase in 16 overs to go 1-0 in the five-game T20I series.
Notably, Bangladesh showed great resilience and grit in the absence of Shakib Al Hasan and Mustafizur Rahman, who is busy with IPL duties.
That being said, Zimbabwe is likely to fight back tomorrow, and hence, Bangladesh cannot lower its guards anytime soon.
Zimbabwe
Sikandar Raza was relieved of his IPL duties by Punjab Kings as he rejoined the Zimbabwe squad as the captain for the ongoing series. However, Raza was unable to contribute anything with the bat and went wicketless with the ball as well.
Strike pacer Blessing Muzarabani was good but needs support from the other end going forward into the series.
The top order consisting of Craig Ervine and Sean Williamns were equally miserable in the series opener and they must take responsibility tomorrow to stage a fightback for Zimbabwe.
Overall, Zimbabwe, despite missing out on the T20 World Cup qualification, has enough firepower in the squad to topple Bangladesh. With a little more belief and confidence, things could fall into place for Zimbabwe.
BAN Vs ZIM: Match details & Live Streaming
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Date & Time | May 5, 5:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram |
| Live Streaming & Broadcast | FanCode |
BAN Vs ZIM: Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium typically favours spin and is expected to wear down as the game goes on. Rain disruptions are likely to hamper playing conditions. Hence, bowling first will be an ideal choice on this surface, with average first innings score being 160-170.
BAN Vs ZIM: Probable Playing XIs
Bangladesh: Litton Das, Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Jaker Ali (wk), Mohammad Saifuddin, Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Rishad Hossain
Zimbabwe: Joylord Gumbie (wk), Craig Ervine, Brian Bennett , Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza (c), Clive Madande, Ryan Burl, Luke Jongwe, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Wellington Masakadza
BAN Vs ZIM: Fantoss Fantasy Tips
| Roles | Players |
|---|---|
| Wicket-Keeper | Joylord Gumbie |
| Batters | Litton Das, Towhid Hridoy, Craig Ervine, Brian Bennett |
| All-Rounders | Sikandar Raza, Mohammad Saifuddin |
| Bowlers | Blessing Muzarabani, Wellington Masakadza, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam |
| Captain | Sikandar Raza |
| Vice Captain | Litton Das |
BAN Vs ZIM: Winner Predictions
While Zimbabwe cannot be ruled out, Bangladesh will start out as clear favourites and might as well win this contest to go 2-0 in the five-game series.
 "Akshita Patel")
