Cricket Ireland has officially announced their squads for the all-format tour of Zimbabwe, a series eagerly awaited by fans and players alike. Ireland’s squads will be led by experienced captains Andrew Balbirnie in the Test format and Paul Stirling in the?? ODIs and T20Is, showcasing a blend of stability and aggressive leadership.

Ireland’s all-format tour of Zimbabwe

The tour kicks off with a historic one-off Test match at the iconic Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo, scheduled from February 6-10, 2025. This match is particularly?? momentous as it marks the first time Zimbabwe will host Ireland in the longest format, underlining the growing camaraderie and competition between these two nations. Following the Test, the action shifts to Harare for three ODIs on February 14, 16, and 18, followed by an exciting three-match T20I se??ries on February 22, 23, and 25. All six limited-overs matches will be played at the Harare Sports Club, promising thrilling cricketing battles in both formats.

New talent and key inclusions in Ireland’s squad

Ireland’s squad sees exciting new inclusions, with Morgan Topping earning his maiden call-up to both the Test and ODI squads. His selection reflects Cricket Ireland’s commitment to nurturing young talent for the rigors of international cricket. Gavin Hoey, who debuted in October, retains his pla?ce in th??e ODI squad and is poised for a potential Test debut, marking another step forward in his budding career.

The return of paceman Joshua Little to the white-ball squads significantly bolsters Ireland’s bowling attack, providing both experience and aggression. Additionally, Gareth Delany and Barry McCarthy, returning from injuries, add depth to the side, while Craig Young’s omission from the T20 squad underscores the competition ?for places.

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Zimbabwe’s current form and historic test rivalry

This Test will be only the second meeting between Ireland and Zimbabwe in the longest format. Their first encounter, held in Belfast in July 2024, ended in a thrilling four-wicket victory for Ireland, a match remembered for its nail-biting ?finish and high-quality performances.

Zimbabwe enter this series after a demanding multi-format home campaign against Afghanistan, where they lost the T20I and ODI series 2-1 and 2-0, respectively. However, they showed resilience in the Test format, securing a draw in the rain-affected first match before competing in the ongoing second Test. With home advantage and the momentum from a hard-fought series, Zimbabwe will aim to challenge Ir??eland across formats.

Ireland squads for the 2025 Zimbabwe tour: 

Test squad

• Andrew Balbirnie (c)
• Mark Adair
• Curtis Campher
• Gavin Hoey
• Graham Hume
• Matthew Humphreys
• Andrew McBrine
• Barry McCarthy
• PJ Moor
• Paul Stirling
• Harry Tector
• Morgan Topping
• Lorcan Tucker
• Craig Young

ODI squad

• Paul Stirling (c)
• Mark Adair
• Andrew Balbirnie
• Curtis Campher
• George Dockrell
• Gavin Hoey
• Graham Hume
• Matthew Humphreys
• Josh Little
• Andrew McBrine
• Barry McCarthy
• Harry Tector
• Morgan Topping
• Lorcan Tucker
• Craig Young

T20I squad

• Paul Stirling (c)
• Mark Adair
• Ross Adair
• Curtis Campher
• Gareth Delany
• George Dockrell
• Graham Hume
• Matthew Humphreys
• Josh Little
• Barry McCarthy
• Neil Rock
• Harry Tector
• Lorcan Tucker
• Ben White

Zimbabwe vs Ireland 2024: Complete schedule and fixture details

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The upcoming sole Test match between Ireland and Zimbabwe, part of Zimbabwe‘s tour of Ireland, will be held at the Stormont Cricket Ground in Belfast on Thursday, July 25th. This encounter marks a significant event for both teams, especially as Zimbabwe are coming off a challenging T20I series against India, where they were convincingly defeated.

Recent Test performances and rankings

Zimbabwe last played a Test match in February 2023, suffering a narrow defeat to the West Indies by four runs. Their performance in the last Test results has positioned them 10th in the ICC Men’s Test Team Rankings. Ireland, currently ranked 11th, won their last Test match by six wickets against Afghanistan earlier this year, in February 2024.

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Zimbabwe’s top-choice playing XI for the only Test at Stormont against Ireland:

1. Craig Ervine (Captain)

At 38 years old, Ervine brings a wealth of experience to the Zimbabwe team?. As the captain, he has amassed over 6,000 international runs, demonstrating his significant contribution to th?e team’s batting lineup.

2. Dion Myers

M?yers made an impressive debut against Ban??gladesh in 2021, scoring 53 runs. With an average of 26.50 in Test cricket, he is a promising young talent.

3. Prince Masvaure

With 8 Test matches under his b?elt, Masvaure has scored 346 runs and notched up three half-centuries, ??showcasing his potential as a reliable batter.

4. Sean Williams

One of Zimbabwe’s most seasoned players, Williams is a top all-rounder with over 7,000 international runs and?? more than 150 wickets across formats, making him a key player for Zimbabwe.

5. Brian Bennett

The 20-year-old Bennett is set to make hi?s Test debut. A batting all-rounder, Bennett has been impressive in first-class cricket with over 700 runs at a??n average of 44.18 and a highest score of 264 not out.

6. Roy Kaia:

Kaia has played 3 Test matches, accumulating 59 runs with a highest score of 48. He will look to enhance his performance in this? series.

7. Joylord Gumbie (Wicketkeeper)

The wicketkeeper-batter is set to ??debut in this Test. With 2,545 runs in 61 first-class matc?hes and four centuries, Gumbie is expected to add depth to the middle order.

8. Blessing Muzarabani

A 27-year-old fast bowler, Muzarabani ha?s 19 wickets in 6 Test matches and an impress?ive 135 international wickets, making him a crucial asset to the Zimbabwean bowling attack.

9. Richard Ngarava:

Ngarava, a left-arm fast bowler, has played 4 Test matche????s and taken 5 wickets. His ODI and T20I records are also notable, with 56 wickets in 44 ODI matches and 63 wickets in 55 T20I matches.

10. Tendai Chatara

An experienced fast?? bowler, ??Chatara has taken 24 wickets in 9 Test matches, including a five-wicket haul against Pakistan. He also boasts an impressive ODI record with 115 wickets in 87 matches.

11. Victor Nyauchi:

Nyauc??hi has played 8 Test matches and taken 20 wickets, with a career-best five-wicket haul in Zimbabwe’s recent Test against the West Indi??es, highlighting his potential as a key bowler.

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Ireland cricket has announced a 14-playe??r?? squad for their first-ever Test match against Zimbabwe, which will take place from July 25 to 29 at Stormont in Belfast. The squad, confirmed by Ireland’s national men’s selector Andrew White, features a mix of experienced campaigners an??d rising talents. 

Formidable Ireland squad

Joining captain Andrew Balbirnie are other established names, such as wicketkeeper Lorcan Tucker and fast bowler Mark Adair. The selectors have also handed spinner Gavin Hoey a maiden Test c??all-up, who has impressed with his performances in t?he domestic circuit.

“We’re delighted to name this squad for our first-ever Test match against Zimbabwe. It’s a momentous occasion for Irish cricket, and we’ve selected a group that we believe can rise to the challenge and make history,” White stated in the press conference.

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Historic beginning of a rivalry

On the other h??a??nd, Zimbabwe have also announced their 15-member squad for the match, led by experienced captain Craig Ervine. The visitors included several seasone?d cam??paigners, such as Sean Williams, Tendai Chatara, and Blessing Muzarabani, and they ??also handed call-ups to fou?r uncapped players.

The one-off Test will be Zimbabwe’s first international fixture of the year in whites, following their 1-0 series defeat against West Indies in 2023. For Ireland, it marks a significant milestone in their cricketing journey as they loo??k to make a strong impression in their inaugural Test outing against a formidable opponent.

“This is a huge opportunity for our team to showcase their skills on the Test stage, we’ve been working hard in preparation, and we’re confident the players will rise to the occasion and give a good account of themselves“, added White.

The match is set to be a closely contested affair, with both teams eager to make their mark in the historic encounter. Cricket fans worldwide will eagerly anticipate the clash as Ireland and Zimbabwe write a new chapter in the sport’s rich tapestry.

Ireland squad for Zimbabwe Test:

Andrew Balbirnie (c), Mark Adair, Curtis Campher, Gavin Hoey, Graham Hume, Matthew Humphreys, Andy McBrine, Barry McCarthy, James McCollum, PJ Moor, Paul Stirling, Harry T??ector, Lorcan Tucker, Craig Young

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Zimbabwe will lock horns with Ireland in the third and last ODI of Ireland tour of Zimbabwe 2023. The match will be played at the Harare Sports Club on Sunday (December 17). While the first ODI got abandoned due to rain, guests won the seco??nd clash b??y four wickets.

Hosts will be keen on winning the upcoming game to end the series on level terms, on the flip side, the Irishmen will be ??focussing on winning the game and clinch the series.

ODI stats and records at Harare Sports Club

• Total matches: 186
• Matches won batting first: 86
• Matches won bowling first: 95
• Average first Innings scores: 232
• Average second Innings scores: 198
• Highest total recorded: 408/6 (50 Overs) by Zimbabwe vs USA
• Lowest total recorded: 35/10 (18 Overs) by Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka
• Highest score chased: 328/3 (46.4 Overs) by South Africa vs Australia

Harare Sports Club Pitch Report

The Harare Sports Club pitch tends to offer favourable conditions for batters in the game’s early stages. Still, as the match progresses, it is anticipated to become more conducive to spin bowlers. As a result, winning the toss will likely lead to the decision to bat first, with the objective of setting a substantial total on the scoreboard.

Harare Weather Forecast

??The weather forecast for the Zimbabwe versus Ireland match? in Harare indicates an 85% likelihood of rain. The humidity is expected to be at 76%, and the wind speed is forecasted to be 11 kilometres per hour.

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ZIM vs IRE, Probable Playing XI

Zimbabwe: Joylord Gumbie (wk), Tinashe Kamunhukamwe, Milton Shumba, Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Clive Ma?dande, Brandon Mavuta, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Tanaka Chivanga.

Ireland: Paul Stirling (c), Andrew Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), George Dockrell, Andy McBrine, Mark Adair, Graham Hume, Craig Young, Jos?hua Little.

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The cricketing stage is set for an enthralling encounter as Zimbabwe prepare to take on Ireland in the first One Day International (ODI) of the Ireland tour of Zimbabwe at the Harare Sports Club on Wednesday.

Following a closely contested three-match T20I series, where Ireland emerged victorious with wins in the second and third T20Is, both teams are gearing up for a fresh challenge in the 50-over format. Ireland, buoyed by their? recent success in the T20Is, will be aiming to maintain their winning momentum as they transition to the ODI series. The Irish side displayed resilience and skill in the T20 format, and they will be eager to carry that form into the longer version of the game.

On the flip side, the hosts, Zimbabwe, will be looking to turn the tables and showcase their prowess in the 50-over format. Despite facing setbacks in the ??T20Is, the ODI series provides them with a chance to regroup, strategize, and come back stronger.

Ireland tour of Zimbabwe 2023, 2nd ODI:

• Date and Time: December 15; 07:15 am GMT | 12:45 pm IST | 9:15 am local
• Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare.

Harare Sports Club Pitch report:

The pitch at Harare Sports Club has exhibited a tendency to favor batsmen initially, but as the game progresses, it is expected to transform into a more advantageous surface for spin bowlers. Consequently, winning the toss is likely to prompt the decision ?to bat first, with the aim of establishing a significant total on the scoreboard.

ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeepers: Lorcan Tucker
• Batters: Andy Balbirnie, Harry Tector
• All-rounders: Sikandar Raza, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Ryan Burl
• Bowlers: Joshua Little, Richard Ngarava, Craig Young, Mark Adair

ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

Choice 1: Sikandar Raza (c), Curtis Campher (vc)
Choice 2: Mark Adair (c), Harry Tector (vc)

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ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Sean Willi??ams, Paul Stirling, Clive Madande, Blessing Muzarabani

ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Team for today’s match (Dec 15, 07:15 am GMT):

Squad:

Ireland: Paul Stirling (c), Harry Tector, Andrew Balbirnie, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Neil ??Rock, George Dockrell, Curtis Campher, Craig Young, Theo van Woerkom, Andy McBrine, Mark Adair?, Barry McCarthy, Joshua Little, Graham Hume

Zimbabwe: Tinashe Kamunhukamwe, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Ryan Burl, Sikandar Raza (c), Clive M??adande (wk), Joylord Gumbie, Innocent Kaia, Tony Munyonga, Luke Jongwe, Wellington Masakadza, ?Brandon Mavuta, Richard Ngarava, Tanaka Chivanga, Blessing Muzarabani, Faraz Akram

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In a thrilling conclusion to the T20I series between Zimbabwe and Ireland, the visitors secured ?a comprehensive 6-wicket victory in the third and final match at Harare Sports Club?. The win not only sealed t??he T20I series for Ireland but also marked a remarkable comeback after losing the opening encounter.

Zimbabwe Innings

Zimbabwe, put in to bat after losing the toss, posted a competitive total of 140/6 in their 20 overs. Ryan Burl’s impressive 36 runs off 28 balls and Brian Bennett‘s quickfire 27 off 19 contributed significantly to the total. Ireland’s bowling effort was spearheaded by Josh Little, Craig Young and Gareth Delany, all three claiming two wickets each.

Ireland Innings

In response, Ireland chased down the target with 8 balls to spare, finishing at 141/4. Harry Tector was the star performer, anchoring the innings with a well-crafted 54 runs off 45 balls. George Dockrell played a crucial supporting role, smashing 49 runs off 32 deliveries. Ireland achieved the victory with composed batting performances, overcoming the challenges posed by Zimbabwe’s bowlers.

Result and Player of the Match

Ireland’s victory was underscored by George Dockrell’s exceptional all-round performance, earning him the Player of the Match award.

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Series Summary

The T20I ??series concluded with Ireland winning 2 out of 3 matches, securing the series after losing the first encounter. The closely contested series showcased competitive cricket, with both teams displaying moments of brilliance. As attention now shifts to the upcoming ODI series, scheduled to commence on December 13 at Harare Sports Club, f??ans can anticipate another gripping battle between Zimbabwe and Ireland.

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Zimbabwe will battle against Ireland in the third and last T20I of the Ireland tour of Zimbabwe. The encounter will take place at th??e Harare sports club on Sunday (December 10).

Both Zimbabwe and Ireland have won each of the first two games and will be aiming to clinch the series by triumphing in the decisive encounter. A development which is worth noting is that the hosts’ skipper Sikandar Raza has been suspended for two games following his heated altercation with Curtis?? Campher in the ??first T20I.

Ireland tour of Zimbabwe 2023, 3rd T20I:

• Date and Time: December 10; 11:00 am GMT | 04:30 pm IST | 1:00 pm Local
• Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare.

Harare Sports Club Pitch report:

The Harare Sports Club pitch has shown a penchant for benefiting batters, yet as the match unfolds, it is anticipated to evolve into a more favourable terrain for ?spin bowlers. Consequently, winning the toss is expected to lead to opting for batting first, aiming to set a substantial total on the scoreboard.

ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeepers: Lorcan Tucker, Clive Madande
• Batters: Paul Stirling, Andy Balbirnie, Harry Tector, Tinashe Kamunhukamwe
• All-rounders: Sean Williams, Curtis Campher
• Bowlers: Joshua Little, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani

ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

• Choice 1: Sean Williams (c), Curtis Campher (vc)
• Choice 2: Joshua Little (c), Paul Stirling (vc)

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ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Mark Adair, Innocent Kaia, Chris Young, Ryan Burl

ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Team for today’s match (Dec 10, 11:00 am GMT):

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Squads:

Zimbabwe: Craig Ervine, Clive Madande (wk), Tadiwanashe Marumani, Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza (c), Wessly Madhevere, Ryan Burl, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Tony Munyonga, Brian Bennett?, Trevor Gwandu, Luk?e Jongwe, Brandon Mavuta, Carl Mumba

Ireland: Paul Stirling (c), Andrew Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), George Dock?rell, Mark Adair, Theo van Woerkom, Barry McCarthy, Craig Young, Joshua Little, Neil Rock, Gareth Delany, Graham Hume, Ross Adair.

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Zimbabwe will battle against Ireland in the second T20I of the ongoing Ireland tour of Zimbabwe 2023 at the Harare Sports Club. Following a nai??l-biting victory in the first match by a slim margin of one wicket, the hosts have taken the lead in the three-match T20I series.

Zimbabw??e, aiming to clinch the series with another triumph, will be determined to maintain their momentum. On the other hand, Ireland, eager to make a comeback, will be focused on ??turning the tide in the upcoming clash.

Ireland tour of Zimbabwe 2023, 2nd T20I:

• Date and Time: December 09; 11:00 am GMT | 04:30 pm IST | 1:00 pm Local
• Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare.

Harare Sports Club Pitch report:

Histori??cally, the pitch at Harare Sports Club has favoured batters, but as the match progresses, it is foreseen to become conducive to spin bowlers. As a result, winning the toss is likely to prompt the choice of batting first, with the objective of posting a substantial score on the board.

ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeeper: Lorcan Tucker
• Batters: Sean Williams, Paul Stirling, Harry Tector
• All-rounders: Sikandar Raza, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Ryan Burl
• Bowlers: Joshua Little, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani

ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

• Choice 1: Sikandar Raza (c), Sean Williams (vc)
• Choice 2: Curtis Campher (c), Paul Stirling (vc)

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ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Ma??rk Adair, Innocent Kaia, Gareth Delany, Chris Young

ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Team for today’s match (Dec 09, 11:00 am GMT):

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Squads:

Zimbabwe: Craig Ervine, Clive Madande (wk), Tadiwanashe Marumani, Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza (c), Wessly Madhevere, Ryan Burl, Richard Ngara??va, Blessing Muzarabani, Tony Munyonga, Brian Bennett, Trevor Gwandu, Luke Jongwe, Brandon Mavuta, Carl Mumba

Ireland: Paul Stirling (c), Andrew Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Theo van Woerkom, Barry McCarthy, Craig Young, Joshua? Little, Neil Rock, Gareth Delany, Gr??aham Hume, Ross Adair.

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In a shocking turn of events during the Zimbabwe vs Ireland T20 international (T20I) at the Harare Sports Club, an unsightly on-field altercation unfolded between Sikandar Raza and Curtis Campher, leaving spectators and cri?cket enthusiasts stunned.

Ugly spat between Sikandar Raza and Curtis Campher

The incident occurred during the 14th over of the second innings, as emotions ran high on both sides. A video that has since gone viral captures the intense moment when tempers flared, leading to an ugly confrontation between the two players. ?The footage shows a heated exchange of words before the on-field umpires rushed in to intervene and separate the feuding players.

The cause of the altercation is yet to be officially confirmed, but reports suggest that a series of on-field exchanges between Raza, Camphir and Joshua Little may have contributed to the boiling point.

Here’s the video:

Raza vs Little & Campher#ZIMvsIRE pic.twitter.com/J57tCgQC4W

— Fantasy Cricket Pro 🏏 (Viren Hemrajani) (@FantasycricPro) December 7, 2023

Ireland stooping too low here!
Ireland doing some Bangladeshi stuff here.
Joshua Little clearly came in Raza's way!@SRazaB24 @ZimCricketv @cricketireland pic.twitter.com/oXmvy8tdeC

— Kamran Aziz (@iKamranAziz) December 7, 2023

Cricket authorities are expected to launch an investigation into the matter to ascertain the full details of the altercation and to determine if any disciplinary action is warranted against the involved players. Incidents of this nature are rare in the gentleman’s game of cricket, and such behaviour is widely condemned by both fans and cricketing authorities.

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Zimbabwe beat Ireland by 1 wicket in the first T20I

Talking about the result of the match, Zimbabwe registered a thrilling one-wicket victory over Ireland in the first T20I of the three?-match series.

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