Zimbabwe triumphed over Ireland in a rain-affected T20 series, concluding with a 1-0 victory. The final match was abandoned due to rain, following one completed game in which Zimbabwe won by three wickets. Captain Sikandar Raza led the scoring, while Ireland’s bowlers showed strong performances despite the limitations caused by the weather.
In Harare, Zimbabwe secured a 1-0 victory in the Twenty20 series against Ireland on Tuesday, as the final match was abandoned due to rain after only one completed game out of three. The first match, held on Saturday, also ended without a result because of adverse weather conditions, while Zimbabwe triumphed by three wickets in the second match played the following day.
In the final match, Zimbabwe managed to score 142 runs for the loss of 6 wickets after a 50-minute rain delay prior to their innings. However, the rain returned, preventing Ireland from taking their turn to bat. Captain Sikandar Raza led the team with a solid performance, scoring 34 runs, complemented by Tony Munyonga and Tashinga Musekiwa, each contributing 26 runs. The match was further reduced to 18 overs a side due to inclement weather.
Among the Irish bowlers, spinner Gareth Delany made a noteworthy contribution with figures of 2 wickets for just 5 runs, while fast medium pacer Craig Young took 2 wickets at the cost of 38 runs. This victory in the series marked a white-ball success for Zimbabwe, showcasing their talent and resilience despite the weather disruptions.
Zimbabwe’s victory in the T20 series against Ireland was marked by one completed match and two disrupted contests due to rain. Captain Sikandar Raza’s performance, alongside contributions from teammates, secured the only win by three wickets. Ireland’s bowlers managed commendable figures, yet Zimbabwe emerged victorious, completing a successful series in the face of challenging weather conditions.
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