India vs Zimbabwe 4th T20I, Playing 11, Head to Heads, Pitch Report, and Live Streaming Details
After losing the first T20I against Zimbabwe, India bounced back with two straight victories in the 5-match series. With the young squad looking to show their potential to the selectors, Team India will be looking to win the series with a victory in the upcoming 4th match.
India vs Zimbabwe 4th T20I, Match Details
The match will begin at 4:30 PM IST on July 10, at 1:00 PM local time in Zimbabwe. Like the previous two matches, the third T20I will be played at Harare Sports Club. Zimbabwe won the first match by 13 runs, while India rebounded with a 100-run and 23-run victories.
India vs Zimbabwe T20I Head-to-Heads
India and Zimbabwe have played each other in 11 T20 matches, with India dominating the encounters. India has emerged victorious in 8 of these matches. Zimbabwe has won three games, all played at home, highlighting its competitive edge on familiar grounds. India’s wins are spread across different venues, with 7 of its victories coming in away games and 1 in a neutral setting.
India vs Zimbabwe 4th T20I, Squad News
India’s squad boasts a strong blend of experienced and young talent, with key batsmen like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill (captain), and Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper) providing a solid top and middle order. Their all-rounders, Washington Sundar and Shivam Dube, offer crucial balance, making the team adaptable to various match situations. The bowling attack, featuring fast bowlers Avesh Khan, Khaleel Ahmed, Mukesh Kumar, Tushar Deshpande, and spinner Ravi Bishnoi, is well-rounded and capable of challenging any batting lineup.
Zimbabwe’s squad, led by the experienced Sikandar Raza, includes promising talents like Wessly Madhevere, Tadiwanashe Marumani, and Dion Myers. While the batting lineup relies on Raza’s experience, it has potential with young players stepping up. The bowling department, strengthened by Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, and Tendai Chatara, presents a formidable pace attack, complemented by spinners Wellington Masakadza and Brandon Mavuta. Zimbabwe’s key to success lies in the performance of its experienced players and the ability of its young talents to rise to the occasion.
India vs Zimbabwe 4th T20I, Possible Playing 11
Zimbabwe: Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wessly Madhevere, Brian Bennett, Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza (c), Johnathan Campbell, Clive Madande (wk), Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Tendai Chatara
India: Shubman Gill (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Abhishek Sharma, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sanju Samson (wk), Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Khaleel Ahmed
Pitch Report and Key Players to Watch
Harare Sports Club features a batting-friendly pitch, which is also favorable for pacers, especially under overcast weather conditions. In the last five T20 matches played here, the average score has been 167, with 62 wickets taken out of which 33 were by pacers and 29 by spinners. Historically, teams winning the toss tend to bat first, with a 57% success rate in toss decisions and a 66.67% win rate for teams batting first.
In the past five years, India and Zimbabwe have faced off four times in T20s at this venue, with India winning three matches and Zimbabwe securing one victory. This history indicates a competitive edge for India but also highlights Zimbabwe’s potential to challenge their opponents on home soil.
For Zimbabwe, Brian Bennett can anchor the innings, Sikandar Raza has all-around capabilities and leadership, and Blessing Muzarabani can exploit the pitch conditions effectively. Ravi Bishnoi is crucial for India on this pitch, Avesh Khan can use the overcast conditions, and Ruturaj Gaikwad can help get good totals.
India vs Zimbabwe 4th T20I, Live Telecast and Live Streaming Details
Where to Watch India vs Zimbabwe 4th T20I in India?
Fans in India can watch the game on Sony Sports Network on TV. They can stream it on Sony Liv.
