Pakistan will play their first T20 match against the host team Zimbabwe today. The match is scheduled for 4:00 PM in Bulawayo, according to national media reports.
PTV Sports and other TV channels will broadcast the match live. The Green Shirts’ playing eleven has been announced under the captaincy of Salman Ali Agha.
The national cricket team will feature Saim Ayub, Umair Bin Yousaf, Usman Khan, Tayyab Tahir, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Jahandad Khan, Muhammad Abbas Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed, and Sufiyan Muqeem, with Salman Ali Agha as captain.
In their past encounters, Pakistan and Zimbabwe have played a total of 18 T20 matches, with Pakistan winning 16 and Zimbabwe securing victory in just 2.
The ODI Series
On November 24, Zimbabwe faced Pakistan in the 1st ODI at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. Zimbabwe emerged victorious by 80 runs using the DLS method. The match began at 12:30 PM local time (07:30 AM GMT). Despite Pakistan’s efforts, Zimbabwe’s performance proved to be superior, securing the win under challenging conditions.
The following match took place on November 26, when Pakistan faced Zimbabwe in the 2nd ODI at the same venue, the Queens Sports Club. Pakistan dominated the match and won by 10 wickets. The game, which started at 12:30 PM local time (07:30 AM GMT), was a one-sided affair as Pakistan comfortably chased down Zimbabwe’s total, securing a convincing victory.
On November 28, Pakistan played Zimbabwe in the 3rd ODI at the Queens Sports Club. Pakistan triumphed again, winning by 99 runs. The match, which also started at 12:30 PM local time (07:30 AM GMT), showcased Pakistan’s strong batting and bowling performances, ensuring they sealed the series with a comprehensive win.
