In an exciting development for cricket enthusiasts, Ireland is set to tour Zimbabwe for a white-ball series in December 2023. This tour marks the second bilateral series between the two nations in the same year, highlighting the growing competitiveness and camaraderie between Ireland and Zimbabwe in international cricket.
The series will kick off with a thrilling three-match T20I contest, scheduled to commence on December 7. Both teams have introduced new full-time captains for the series. Sikandar Raza will lead Zimbabwe in the T20Is, while Paul Stirling has been named as the captain for both limited-overs formats. The T20I series will be a highly anticipated clash between the two sides, as both teams seek to assert their dominance in the shortest format of the game.
Following the T20Is, cricket fans can look forward to three exciting ODIs, set to be played on December 13, 15, and 17. These matches will provide an excellent opportunity for both teams to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level. All six encounters will take place at the iconic Harare Sports Club, which has been witness to numerous thrilling moments in cricket history.
The previous meeting between Ireland and Zimbabwe earlier in the year saw Zimbabwe win the T20I series 2-1, while the ODI series ended in a 1-1 draw after the final ODI was abandoned due to adverse weather conditions. This upcoming series promises to be equally competitive, with both teams eager to claim supremacy.
Before embarking on their tour to Zimbabwe, the Irish squad will have a five-day training camp in Spain from November 19-23. The squads for both the T20Is and ODIs have been announced, with Paul Stirling leading the team in both formats.
Ireland selector said
“This tour marks the start of a new cycle under a new leadership set-up, and we’re looking forward to seeing how this playing group evolves as it builds towards the next 50-over World Cup,” expressed Andrew White, Ireland Men’s national selector. “However, before we get to that stage, there will be two T20 World Cups to plan and prepare for, and this tour is core to our preparations for the T20 World Cup next June.”
Ireland is determined to build on its past successes and continue pushing boundaries in international cricket, with the talent and potential within the playing group instilling confidence in their ability to achieve greater heights.
Cricket fans can anticipate an exhilarating series in December as Ireland and Zimbabwe battle it out on the field, aiming to showcase their skills and make their mark in white-ball cricket.
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