NAM vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report & Injury Updates for 1st T20I

On October 24, at the Wanderers Cricket Ground in Windhoek, Namibia will take on Zimbabwe in the 1st T20I of the Zimbabwe tour of Namibia. In their last five games, Namibia boasts a good track record with three wins, while Zimbabwe has shown decent form with two victories in the same period.

In Namibia’s recent clash against the United Arab Emirates, UAE won the toss and chose to bat. They started slowly, scoring just 39 runs in eight overs. However, they picked up the pace, with Muhammad Waseem and Chundangapoyil Rizwan leading the attack, helping them finish with a total of 148 runs. Namibia’s chase didn’t start well; they struggled to score runs and lost wickets. By the end of the innings, they managed only 141 runs and lost the match by seven runs.

Zimbabwe, on the other hand, faced Ireland in their last match. Zimbabwe won the toss and opted to field. Ireland got off to a shaky start, losing three wickets for just 19 runs in four overs. However, their middle order stabilized the innings, taking them to a competitive total of 141 runs. Zimbabwe’s innings didn’t begin well either, but they maintained a steady run rate. Ryan Burl played an explosive knock down the order, guiding them to a four-wicket victory.

Match Information:

Match: Namibia vs Zimbabwe, Match 1
Series: Zimbabwe tour of Namibia 2023
Date: October 24, 2023
Time: 5:30 PM IST
Venue: Wanderers Cricket Ground, Windhoek

Pitch Report:

The Wanderers Cricket Ground pitch predominantly favors batsmen. Pacers might find early assistance with seam and swing movement, while batsmen, once set, will look to take advantage of the shorter boundaries. Teams winning the toss tend to bat first, with an average first innings score of 165.

Namibia

N Davin, Gerhard Erasmus (C), Karl Birkenstock, Jonathan Smit, M van Lingen, Zane Green (wk), Jean-Pierre Kotze, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Jan Frylinck, Bernard Scholtz, Ben Shikongo

BENCH: S Fouche, H Klazinge, MB Kruger, Tangeni Lungameni

Zimbabwe

CR Ervine (C), I Kaia, W Madhevere, SC Williams, RP Burl, Sikandar Raza, Clive Madande (wk), CT Mumba, WP Masakadza, R Ngarava, TL Chatara

BENCH: NP Mayavo, NR Welch, TS Kamunhukamwe, M Faraz Akram, LM Jongwe

Player Picks:

Captains:

Sikandar Raza (ZIM) – ALL
Sikandar Raza is one of the top players in his nation for T20Is. With 1259 runs and 38 wickets in 66 T20I matches, he is a valuable all-rounder.
Sean Williams (ZIM) – ALL
Sean Williams, with 1482 runs and 43 wickets in 68 matches, is a highly experienced player and a top pick to lead your fantasy team.

Top:

Ryan Burl (ZIM) – ALL
Ryan Burl plays crucial knocks for Zimbabwe. With 882 runs and 39 wickets in 58 matches, he is a must-have in your team.
Gerhard Erasmus (NAM) – BAT
Gerhard Erasmus, an explosive batter for Namibia, can control the game well. With 979 runs and 19 wickets in 41 matches, he’s a valuable asset.

Budget:

Craig Ervine (ZIM) – BAT
Ervine consistently delivers for Zimbabwe with 1232 runs in 59 matches, including seven centuries.
Jonathan Smit (NAM) – ALL
Jonathan Smit, a young talent for Namibia, contributes both with the bat and ball. He has scored 564 runs and taken 34 wickets in 32 matches.

Avoid Having These Players in Your Fantasy Sports Team:

Niko Davin (NAM) – BAT
Niko Davin has not been in good form in recent matches and can be left out of your team.
Carl Mumba (ZIM) – BOWL
Carl Mumba’s recent cricket form doesn’t make him a strong pick for your fantasy team.

Dream11 Team Prediction: HEAD TO HEAD