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Zimbabwe and Ireland Clash in Thrilling ODI Series Opener

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Zimbabwe Vs Ireland Odi Cricket Match

HARARE, Zimbabwe — Zimbabwe faces Ireland in the first One Day International (ODI) of their three-match series today, February 14, 2025, at the Harare Sports Club, starting at 1:00 PM Indian Standard Time (IST). Following a one-off Test where Ireland bested Zimbabwe by 63 runs, both teams are keen to set the tone for the ODI series.

The previous ODI encounter between these teams occurred in 2023, where Ireland secured a 2-0 series victory, with one match abandoned due to rain. This match sets the stage for a competitive clash, as Craig Ervine leads the Zimbabwean squad, while Paul Stirling captains the Irish team.

Zimbabwe welcomes the return of key players, Craig Ervine and Sikandar Raza, which is expected to strengthen their lineup as they seek to improve upon their previous performance against Ireland. Ervine expressed confidence in his team’s capabilities, saying, “We have worked hard since the last series, and we are ready to put our best foot forward.”

The match will be available for live streaming in India via the FanCode app and website. Unfortunately, there will be no live television broadcast for this game. Fans are advised to secure a match pass to catch the action live.

The Zimbabwe squad includes: Tadiwanashe Marumani (w), Ben Curran, Craig Ervine (c), Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza, Brian Bennett, Wessly Madhevere, Newman Nyamhuri, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Trevor Gwandu, Nyasha Mayavo, Johnathan Campbell, and Tinotenda Maposa. Ireland’s squad features: Paul Stirling (c), Andrew Balbirnie, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (w), Morgan Topping, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Matthew Humphreys, Andy McBrine, Mark Adair, Joshua Little, Gavin Hoey, Graham Hume, and Barry McCarthy.

As the match approaches, anticipation is high among fans eager to see how both teams perform. “It’s matchday, and we’re excited to kick off the series. Both teams have strong lineups, and we’re expecting an exciting match,” Zimbabwe Cricket shared on social media.