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HARARE – The third T20I between Zimbabwe and Ireland was deserted because of persistent rain, sealing a 1-0 collection win for the hosts after their victory within the first match.
The match started after a delayed begin, with Ireland opting to bowl first beneath overcast circumstances and with 18 overs per aspect.
Notable adjustments included Tim Tector picked on T20I debut together with the additions of Matthew Humphreys and Fionn Hand.
A full of life Zimbabwean crowd, complemented by a handful of touring Irish supporters, watched as Craig Young struck early eradicating Tadiwanashe Marumani (7) within the second over.
Humphreys adopted quickly after, bowling Wessly Madhevere (0) with a outstanding late-swinging arm-ball to go away Zimbabwe reeling at 18/2.
Zimbabwe’s captain, Sikandar Raza, led the restoration with an aggressive 34 off 27 balls, hitting two fours and two sixes earlier than falling to Gareth Delany who claimed two wickets in an over.
Contributions from Tony Munyonga (26) and Tashinga Musekiwa (26*) helped Zimbabwe put up 142/6 in 18 overs earlier than rain intervened.
Ireland’s bowlers stored the scoring in examine, with Delany (2-5) and Josh Little (1-25) among the many decide of the assault, whereas Craig Young (2-38) claimed key wickets regardless of conceding runs.
With the rain refusing to ease, the umpires referred to as off the sport at 9:37 PM (native time), handing Zimbabwe their second T20I collection win over Ireland.
The success accomplished a white-ball double for Zimbabwe, who received a one-day worldwide collection 2-1 in Harare. Ireland started the all-format tour with a 63-run win in a one-off Test in Bulawayo.
MATCH SUMMARY
Ireland v Zimbabwe, T20I collection in Zimbabwe, Harare Sports Club, 25 February 2025
Zimbabwe 142-6 (18 overs; S Raza 34; G Delany 2-5, C Young 2-38)
Match Abandoned because of rain