Zimbabwe stuns Pakistan within the opening ODI at Bulawayo

In a surprising show of resilience and talent, Zimbabwe triumphed over Pakistan within the opening ODI of their three-match sequence, profitable by 80 runs through the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) methodology at Queens Sports activities Membership in Bulawayo.

Sikandar Raza and Richard Ngarava information Zimbabwe to 200+

Zimbabwe, after being put into bat, discovered themselves in a precarious place at 125 for 7. Nonetheless, an important partnership between Sikandar Raza and Richard Ngarava turned the tide. The duo added 62 runs for the eighth wicket, with Raza scoring 39 runs and Ngarava contributing a formidable 48 runs off simply 51 balls. Their efforts propelled Zimbabwe to a complete of 205, with the staff being bowled out earlier than the tip of the forty first over.

Pakistan’s bowling assault featured debutant left-arm wrist spinner Faisal Akram, who impressed with figures of 3 for twenty-four, whereas off-spinner Salman Agha additionally claimed three wickets for 42 runs. Regardless of these efforts, Zimbabwe’s decrease order managed to stabilize the innings and set a difficult goal.

Pakistan’s batting collapse

In reply, Pakistan struggled in opposition to Zimbabwe’s bowling assault proper from the beginning. Fast wickets fell as they slumped to 60 for six inside 21 overs. Zimbabwe’s fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani was instrumental in dismantling Pakistan’s high order, taking two early wickets that set the tone for the innings. With play halted after 21 overs attributable to rain, Zimbabwe have been declared the winner through the DLS methodology.

Additionally READ: Candice Warner opens up about Virat Kohli’s international influence

Sikandar Raza was adjudged the Participant of the Match for his all-round efficiency of 39 runs with the bat and a couple of/7 with the ball.

At Queens Sports activities Membership, Zimbabwe defeat Pakistan by 80 runs (Duckworth-Lewis) within the ODI sequence opener. 👏#ZIMvPAK #VisitZimbabwe pic.twitter.com/icUAHmP3WD

— Zimbabwe Cricket (@ZimCricketv) November 24, 2024

This surprising win will certainly give Zimbabwe a big enhance in confidence as they put together for the second ODI in opposition to Pakistan, scheduled for November 26 in Bulawayo. The house facet will look to capitalize on this momentum, whereas Pakistan will goal to regroup and bounce again after this disappointing efficiency.