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ZIM vs AFG 2nd T20I Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s 1st T20I Match Between Zimbabwe And Afghanistan?

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The stage is set for the second T20I between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan at the Harare Sports Club on Friday, December 13. After snatching a thrilling last-ball win in the opener, Zimbabwe is buzzing with confidence whereas Afghanistan, still smarting from their narrow loss, will be eager to turn the tables and level the series.

Zimbabwe

In the first game, Zimbabwe’s bowlers did a stellar job. Richard Ngarava was the standout performer, grabbing 3/28 in his four overs. Blessing Muzarabani, Trevor Gwandu, and Wellington Masakadza chipped in with a wicket apiece, keeping Afghanistan’s batters on a leash. Captain Sikandar Raza bowled economically but went wicketless. The hosts restricted Afghanistan to 144/6, giving themselves a solid chance.

Chasing a tricky target, Zimbabwe had a few hiccups, but Brian Bennett held his nerve. His composed 49 off 49 balls anchored the innings. Dion Myers added 32, but the middle order didn’t fire, with key players like Sikandar Raza and Ryan Burl falling cheaply. In the end, Tashinge Musekiwa and Wellington Masakadza saw Zimbabwe over the line on the very last ball. It wasn’t a flawless chase, but it got the job done. Now, they’ll look to wrap up the series with another win.

Afghanistan

For Afghanistan, the first T20I was a mixed bag. Their openers, Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Sediqullah Atal, fell for single digits, leaving the team in a tough spot. Hazratullah Zazai got a start with 20, but it was Karim Janat’s unbeaten 54 and Mohammad Nabi’s quickfire 44 off 27 that dragged them to 144/6.

With the ball, Naveen-ul-Haq had a rollercoaster day. He picked up 3/33 but bowled a 13-ball over that included six wides and a no-ball, costing Afghanistan dearly. Rashid Khan was his usual brilliant self with figures of 2/26, while Nabi chipped in with one. Afghanistan will need to iron out their mistakes if they want to keep the series alive.

ZIM vs AFG Head-to-Head Records in T20Is

Categories
Zimbabwe
Afghanistan
Matches Played2929
Matches Won1910
Matches Lost1019
No Result00


How Will the Harare Sports Club Pitch Behave?

The Harare Sports Club surface is conducive for batting. The pitch is flat, the boundaries are short, and runs come thick and fast. The average first-innings score here is around 160, and anything above 160 could be a match-winning total. The captain winning the toss will aim to bat first as the pitch gets slower with time.

Players To Watch Out For In ZIM vs AFG 2nd T20I

Zimbabwe

Tadiwanashe Marumani

Tadiwanashe Marumani has been in explosive form as he has scored 316 runs in his last 10 matches at an average of 35.11 and an impressive strike rate of 185.88. His ability to take on bowlers in the powerplay makes him a key player for Zimbabwe.

Brian Bennett

Brian Bennett has been consistent, having amassed 314 runs in the last 10 matches at an average of 31.4 and a strike rate of 155.44. His reliability at the top will ve vital for Zimbabwe’s batting lineup.

Richard Ngarava

Richard Ngarava has been a standout performer with the ball as he has snagged 15 wickets in the last 10 matches with an economy of 6.06 and a strike rate of 13.46. His ability to strike in crucial phases makes him a key asset for Zimbabwe.

Sikandar Raza

Sikandar Raza has claimed 12 wickets in the last 9 matches with an economy of 5.45 and a strike rate of 15.5. His batting form has been stellar too. Raza’s all-round contributions add great value to Zimbabwe’s setup.

Afghanistan

Rahmanullah Gurbaz

Rahmanullah Gurbaz has scored 287 runs in his last 10 matches at an average of 28.7 and a strike rate of 122.12. Known for his aggressive intent, he will aim to provide Afghanistan with dynamic starts.

Azmatullah Omarzai

Azmatullah Omarzai has amassed 127 runs in the last 10 matches at an average of 12.7 and a strike rate of 105.83. While his numbers with the bat have been modest, his all-round capabilities remain an asset for Afghanistan.

Naveen-ul-Haq

Naveen-ul-Haq has been exceptional as he has picked up 19 wickets in 10 matches with an economy of 6.15 and a strike rate of 10.42. His ability to deliver under pressure makes him a game-changer for Afghanistan.

Fazalhaq Farooqi

Fazalhaq Farooqi has been in superb form, having bagged 18 wickets in 9 matches with an economy of 6.32 and an outstanding strike rate of 9.44. His sharp bowling with the new ball will be crucial for Afghanistan’s success.

Today's Match Prediction: ZIM vs AFG 2nd T20I

Predicted Top Performers

Zimbabwe –Tadiwanashe Marumani, Richard Ngarava, Sikandar Raza
Afghanistan – Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi

ZIM vs AFG 2nd T20I: Predicted Score

Predicted first innings score: 150-170
Predicted second innings score: 145-165

Predicted Result: The team batting first will likely have an edge in this match.