Bangladesh are set to square off against Zimbabwe in the first T20I of their five-game series on May 3. With their sights set on victory, the Bengal Tigers are determined to seal this series, aiming to bolster their confidence for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024. On the other hand Zimbabwe will be aiming to topple the hosts and showcase their dominance on foreign soil.
The match between Bangladesh and Zimbabwe will be played at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram.
Zimbabwe tour of Bangladesh 2024, 1st T20I:
Date and Time: May 3, 12:00 pm GMT/ 05:30 pm IST/ 06:00 pm local
Venue: Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram
Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium Pitch Report:
The pitch in Chattogram offers a slow pace and provides turn for spinners, although if overcast conditions prevail, seamers may find assistance with the new ball. Given the hot and humid weather typical of the subcontinent, batting second could prove advantageous on this pitch. Optimal batting conditions arise when the ball is fresh and hard, ensuring good carry on the wicket. Spinners are expected to become more influential as the match progresses. Additionally, there might be some dew in the latter part of the game, favouring the team chasing the target.
BAN vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction Picks:
Wicketkeeper: Litton Das, Clive Madande
Batters: Mahmudullah, Craig Ervine, Najmul Hossain Shanto
All-rounders: Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza
Bowlers: Taskin Ahmed, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Shoriful Islam
BAN vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Sikandar Raza (c), Sean Williams (vc)
Choice 2: Litton Das (c), Craig Ervine (vc)
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BAN vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Ryan Burl, Mahedi Hasan, Afif Hossain, Tadiwanashe Marumani
BAN vs ZIM Dream11 Team for today’s match (May 3, 12:00 pm GMT):
BAN vs ZIM Fantasy Team
Squads:
Bangladesh Squad: Litton Das (wk), Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Afif Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Mohammad Saifuddin, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Jaker Ali, Tanvir Islam, Parvez Hossain Emon, Tanzim Hasan Sakib
Zimbabwe Squad: Johnathan Campbell, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Craig Ervine, Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Clive Madande (wk), Luke Jongwe, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Joylord Gumbie, Ainsley Ndlovu, Faraz Akram, Brian Bennett
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