ZIM vs NL Match Preview
Zimbabwe's bowling attack is quite dangerous in Australian conditions. Richard Ngarava and Blessing Muzarabani are capable of hustling up the batters while players like Brad Evans can bowl the hard lengths as well. Craig Ervine, Sean WIlliams, and Sikandar Raza are the three batters that can get the runs needed for Zimbabwe to compete. Neither one of them is really likely to get massive totals either but if one of them gets in, a par total can be achieved.
Max'O Dowd and Bas de Leede are the only two really decent players that the Netherlands has in the batting lineup. De Leede also plays an important role in the bowling lineup for the Netherlands, alongside Fred Klaassen of course.
Weather Report
There is no rain predicted in Adelaide on match day, however, there was a lot of rain (and hail) on the day before. This could mean that there is some help for the bowlers and the outfield may be a bit slow. Overall, though, the Adelaide Oval is an excellent batting surface where the short square boundaries can be targeted.
Pitch Report
The pitch is generally quite flat and allows the batters to take full advantage.
Notable stats
Blessing Muzarabani
With 9 wickets to his name in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, Muzarabani is tied for the most wickets for Zimbabwe alongside Sikandar Raza. his extra pace and bounce could make him crucial in this match.
Team News
No changes are expected for either team ahead of this match.
ZIM vs NL Probable 11
ZIM Playing 11
- Wesley Madhevere
- Craig Ervine (C)
- Milton Shumba
- Sean Williams
- Sikandar Raza
- Regis Chakabva (Wk)
- Ryan Burl
- Brad Evans
- Richard Ngarava
- Blessing Muzarabani
- Tendai Chatara
NL Playing 11
- Stephan Myburgh
- Max O'Dowd
- Bad de Leede
- Tom Cooper
- Colin Ackerman
- Scott Edwards (C)
- Roelof van der Merwe
- Tim Pringle
- Logan van Beek
- Fred Klaassen
- Paul van Meekeren
Dream11 Prediction
We think Zimbabwe will end up winning and keeping their hopes alive for a possible semi-final berth and definitely stay in the hunt for a top-4 finish in their group which would guarantee them a direct place in the next T20 World Cup.
Top Picks
Blessing Muzrabani - The big tall fast bowler can pick up wickets at all stages. He and Richard Ngarava are both a must in your Dream11 lineups.
Bas de Leede - There is something about players that are returning from injuries. De Leede can contribute with both bat and ball so having him in the lineup is a good choice.
Sikandar Raza - Not only must you have him in your team but making him the captain is not a bad choice either!
ZIM vs NL Dream11 Team 1
Keeper: S Edwards
Batters: C Ervine, R Burl, M O'Dowd
All-rounders: S Williams (VC), S Raza (C), C Ackermann, B de Leede
Bowlers: P van Meekeren, R Ngarava, B Muzarabani
