SL vs ZIM- Zimbabwe’s Predicted Playing XI vs Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe Tour of Sri Lanka 2022, 3rd ODI

After losing the first ODI by 5 wickets, Zimbabwe put on a stellar performance in the second ODI against Sri Lanka and beat them by 22 runs to level the series 1-1.

The third and final one-day international is slated to be played on Friday. Here’s a look at our predicted playing XI of the Zimbabwe Cricket Team for the series decider.

SL vs ZIM- Zimbabwe’s Predicted Playing XI vs Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe Tour of Sri Lanka 2022, 3rd ODI

Openers: T Kaitano and Chakabva

Wicket-keeper batsman, Regis Chakabva has provided great starts with the bat in both the T20 internationals. He scored a valuable knock of 72 off 81 balls and followed it with a 47 off 50 deliveries. His partner, T Kaitano also scored a handy 42 off 50 in the first game and followed it with a 26 off 28. Both are expected to open the batting for the side in the series decider.

Middle-Order: Craig Ervine, Sean Williams, Madhevere

Skipper Craig Ervine missed out on a big score in the first ODI but scored a match-winning knock of 91 off 98 deliveries in the second game. His ally Sean Williams is also in brilliant form with the bat. He made a century in the first ODI and followed it with 48 off 56 deliveries.

Both will be key to Zimbabwe’s fortune in the final ODI. Madhevere hasn’t impressed in the first two ODIs and would be keen to make a significant contribution in the final ODI.

All-rounders: Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl

Raza played a valuable 56-run knock off 46 balls in the last game and that should keep the team in good stead. Zimbabwe would hope that he replicates a similar performance in the final match as well. Ryan Burl looked good for his 15-ball 19 in the last game before getting run-out.

Bowlers: Masakadza, Muzarabani, Chatara and Ngarava

Both Charara and Blessing Muzarabani bowled exceedingly well in the last game, picking 3 wickets each. The two will be the biggest bets for the team in the bowling department. Besides, Masakadza and Ngarava should complete the playing XI.