Harare Sports Club [Source: @ICC/X.com]
Zimbabwe are all set to take on Afghanistan in the first ODI of their three-match home series. The game will take place at Harare Sports Club, Harare, on Tuesday, December 17. After losing the T20I series 2-1, the hosts will be eager to bounce back and grab this chance to level the playing field. On the other hand, Afghanistan will look to continue their winning streak.
The visitors will rely heavily on Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Rahmat Shah, and captain Hashmatullah Shahidi to deliver with the bat. In the all-rounder department, Azmatullah Omarzai and Mohammad Nabi are expected to shine. Their bowling attack will feature star players like Fazalhaq Farooqi, Rashid Khan, and Allah Ghazanfar.
Meanwhile, Zimbabwe will count on the likes of Brian Bennett, Craig Ervine, Sean Williams, and Sikandar Raza to lead the batting. Their pace duo of Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarava will be crucial in restricting Afghanistan’s batting lineup.
As both the sides gear up for this crucial match, let's take a look at the weather conditions.
Weather Report For AFG Vs ZIM 1st ODI: Harare Sports Club
Information | Details |
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Temperature | 23° |
Wind Speed | NE 13 km/h |
Probability of Rain and Thunderstorms | 90% and 54% |
Cloud Cover | 99% |
(Source: @AccuWeather.com)
The weather at Harare Sports Club could play a crucial role in the outcome of the match. Conditions are expected to be cloudy and cool, with a significant chance of rain and thunderstorms during the afternoon. The temperature will hover around 23°C, with a Real Feel of 24°C, making it comfortable for the players but tricky for uninterrupted play.
Winds will blow from the northeast at a speed of 13 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 33 km/h, potentially influencing the trajectory of the ball during play. The probability of precipitation is quite high at 90%, while the risk of thunderstorms stands at 54%. These weather conditions suggest that rain delays are likely, which could lead to interruptions and possibly a reduction in overs.