Cricket fans around the world are gearing up for a historic encounter as Zimbabwe embarks on a tour of Ireland. The centrepiece of this tour is a much-anticipated one-off Test match, marking the first-ever meeting between the two nations in the red-ball format.
Ireland vs Zimbabwe: Schedule & Venue
This historic Test, scheduled to begin on July 25th, 2024, will be played at the picturesque Stormont Ground in Belfast, Ireland. Both teams, though relatively new to Test cricket, are brimming with excitement to showcase their skills on the biggest stage.
Ireland, having attained full member status with the ICC in 2017, played their maiden Test match the following year. While their journey has seen them secure one victory in eight Test matches played so far, a recent triumph over Afghanistan in a one-off Test held in UAE earlier this year has bolstered their confidence.
Zimbabwe, boasting a longer Test cricket history dating back to 1992, will be looking to bounce back after a narrow defeat against West Indies in their last one-off Test encounter.
Ireland vs Zimbabwe Full Squads
Led by the experienced Craig Ervine, Zimbabwe’s squad features a blend of veterans like Sean Williams and Tendai Chatara alongside exciting young talents like Clive Madande and Johnathan Campbell.
Ireland will be spearheaded by captain Andrew Balbirnie, with seasoned campaigners like Mark Adair, Lorcan Tucker, Curtis Campher, and Paul Stirling forming the core of their team. They have also included promising youngsters Matthew Humphreys and Gavin Hoey, providing a glimpse into the future of Irish cricket. Here are the full squads of both the teams:
Zimbabwe Squad: Craig Ervine (c), Brian Bennett, Johnathan Campbell, Tendai Chatara, Tanaka Chivanga, Joylord Gumbie, Roy Kaia, Clive Madande, Wellington Masakadza, Prince Masvaure, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Victor Nyauchi, Sean Williams.
Ireland Squad: Andrew Balbirnie (c), Mark Adair, Curtis Campher, Gavin Hoey, Graham Hume, Matthew Humphreys, Andy McBrine, Barry McCarthy, James McCollum, PJ Moor, Paul Stirling, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, Craig Young
Ireland vs Zimbabwe: Where to Watch?
The historic one-off Test match between Ireland and Zimbabwe will be played from July 25th to 29th, 2024. For fans in India, the match will not be telecast live on TV. However, the live stream will be available on the FanCode app and website.
Cricket fans in Ireland and the United Kingdom can catch the live action on Cricket Ireland’s official YouTube channel. For viewers in Pakistan and sub-Saharan Africa, the match will be broadcast live on Tapmad and SuperSport channels respectively.
A Memorable Occasion for Cricket Fans
This one-off Test match between Ireland and Zimbabwe promises to be a captivating encounter. Both teams, hungry to prove their mettle in the red-ball format, will undoubtedly leave it all on the field. This historic Test not only marks the beginning of a new rivalry but also serves as a testament to the ever-evolving landscape of Test cricket.
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