South Africa vs Zimbabwe 2018: 2nd ODI, Mangaung Oval - Match Preview

After the conclusion of the one-sided drama in the first ODI at Kimberley between South Africa and Zimbabwe, it is the time for the second game of the series at Mangaung Oval. Both the teams have got enough reasons to give all during the second game of the series.

As usual, South Africa is high on the confidence with a victory already in their kitty. They have got the momentum in their side and knew the conditions better than the opposition as well.

The youngsters are quite enthusiastic to take on the field and show the selectors their game to cement their place in the team. Meanwhile,  Zimbabwe is in a do-or-die situation, as the loss will draw curtains on the series victory.

However, Zimbabweans might take it as a motivation to give their all in the 2nd ODI against Proteas. The batting department needs to rise to the occasion to get the better results.

On the other hand, South Africa too shook a bit while chasing the low total in the first ODI. It would be the only area of concern for the home side to look after ahead of the game.

Changes:

South Africa might get tempt a bit to induce the senior man in the ranks, Dale Steyn for the 2nd ODI game. On the other hand, Zimbabwe will surely ponder their thoughts on the batting order in a must-win clash.

South Africa vs Zimbabwe 2018: 2nd ODI, Mangaung Oval – Match Preview

Match Details –

Date and Time – October 3rd, 2018; 13:00 LOCAL time.

Venue: Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein

Weather Conditions – The conditions looks bright for a full game. No rain threat in the forecast.

Pitch Conditions – So far, the pitch has been on the slower side. The batsmen need to work hard for their runs while bowlers will get some juice from it.

South Africa predicted XI –  Jean-Paul Duminy (c), Dean Elgar, Imran Tahir, Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram, Kagiso Rabada, Andile Phehlukwayo, Lungi Ngidi, Christiaan Jonker, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Willem Mulder

Zimbabwe predicted XI –  Elton Chigumbura, Brendan Taylor (wk), Hamilton Masakadza (c), Sean Williams, Kyle Jarvis, Craig Ervine, Tendai Chatara, Wellington Masakadza, Solomon Mire, Peter Moor, Brandon Mavuta