After an intense ODI series, Zimbabwe and Pakistan are set to renew their rivalry in the T20I format. The first match of the series will take place on December 1 (Sunday) at the Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo.
The T20I opener promises to deliver high-octane action as Pakistan seeks to build on its recent ODI success, while Zimbabwe aims for redemption on home soil.
The ODI leg of Pakistan’s 2024 tour of Zimbabwe concluded with a dominant 99-run victory for the visitors in the third and final match. Despite losing the rain-affected first ODI by 80 runs, Pakistan stormed back to claim the series 2-1 with emphatic wins in the second and third games.
T20I Rivalry and Key Story-lines
Pakistan has also dominated Zimbabwe in T20Is, boasting a 16-2 record in 18 meetings. Yet the first T20I tomorrow will be the first time since Zimbabwe’s unforgettable one-run victory over Pakistan during the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup in Perth which should give hosts confidence ahead of the contest.
| Team 1 | Team 2 | Winner | Margin | Ground | Match Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | Zimbabwe | Zimbabwe | 1 run | Perth | Oct 27, 2022 |
| Zimbabwe | Pakistan | Pakistan | 24 runs | Harare | Apr 25, 2021 |
| Zimbabwe | Pakistan | Zimbabwe | 19 runs | Harare | Apr 23, 2021 |
| Zimbabwe | Pakistan | Pakistan | 11 runs | Harare | Apr 21, 2021 |
| Pakistan | Zimbabwe | Pakistan | 8 wickets | Rawalpindi | Nov 10, 2020 |
| Pakistan | Zimbabwe | Pakistan | 8 wickets | Rawalpindi | Nov 8, 2020 |
| Pakistan | Zimbabwe | Pakistan | 6 wickets | Rawalpindi | Nov 7, 2020 |
| Zimbabwe | Pakistan | Pakistan | 7 wickets | Harare | Jul 4, 2018 |
| Zimbabwe | Pakistan | Pakistan | 74 runs | Harare | Jul 1, 2018 |
| Zimbabwe | Pakistan | Pakistan | 15 runs | Harare | Sep 29, 2015 |
| Zimbabwe | Pakistan | Pakistan | 13 runs | Harare | Sep 27, 2015 |
| Pakistan | Zimbabwe | Pakistan | 2 wickets | Lahore | May 24, 2015 |
| Pakistan | Zimbabwe | Pakistan | 5 wickets | Lahore | May 22, 2015 |
| Zimbabwe | Pakistan | Pakistan | 19 runs | Harare | Aug 24, 2013 |
| Zimbabwe | Pakistan | Pakistan | 25 runs | Harare | Aug 23, 2013 |
| Zimbabwe | Pakistan | Pakistan | 5 runs | Harare | Sep 18, 2011 |
| Zimbabwe | Pakistan | Pakistan | 85 runs | Harare | Sep 16, 2011 |
| Pakistan | Zimbabwe | Pakistan | 7 wickets | King City (NW) | Oct 12, 2008 |
For the T20I series, both teams will feature new dynamics:
- Zimbabwe: Sikandar Raza will lead the team in the absence of Craig Ervine and Sean Williams.
- Pakistan: Salman Ali Agha takes over as captain, with regular skipper Mohammad Rizwan rested for the series.
Match Details
First T20I:
- Date: December 1, 2024
- Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
- Time: 4:00PM PST / 1:00 PM local
How to Watch:
For fans eager to watch this high-stakes encounter, here’s how you can tune in:
Broadcast Channels: The match will be broadcast live on A Sports, Geo Super and PTV Sports in Pakistan on cable. Viewers in other regions can check their local listings for availability.
For fans eager to use OTT platforms, the game will be accessible through Tapmad on IOS, Android, and Web.
| Platform | IOS | Android | Web |
| Tapmad | LINK | LINK | LINK |
With both teams eager to make their mark, the stage is set for an enthralling contest in Bulawayo.
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