Having won the three-match IRE vs ZIM ODI series, Ireland will be looking to complete a sweep when the two teams face each other in the third ODI at the Civil Service Cricket Club in Belfast on Sunday, July 7. Ireland edged past Zimbabwe narrowly by five runs in the second ODI after an all-round performance by the hosts saw them successfully defend a target of 242. It was a valiant effort by the visitors who will point to the top order for not giving them an ideal start on Thursday. Here’s a look at the top five Fantasy Cricket picks for IRE vs ZIM Dream11 team followed by our predicted line-up for the match on Sunday:
Top Dream11 picks for IRE vs ZIM 3rd ODI –
Here are the top five picks for your Ireland vs Zimbabwe 3rd ODI team:
1. Paul Stirling - Batsman, Ireland
One of the biggest names in Ireland cricket, Stirling put up yet another impressive performance against Zimbabwe in the second ODI. Scoring a half-century right at the start, Stirling gave Ireland the perfect start and weathered the early storm by the Zimbabwean bowlers. He is in good touch and will be a vital part of the Irish team in the third ODI.
Dream11 points: 82
2. Lorcan Tucker - Wicket keeper/Batsman, Ireland
Called in as a replacement for Gary Wilson, Tucker has excelled in his role for the national team and capped off a good performance with a half-century in the second ODI. He is also pretty efficient behind the stumps and is a good option for your ZIM vs IRE Dream11 team.
Dream11 points: 73.5
3. Tim Murtagh - Bowler, Ireland
With a five-wicket haul, Murtagh’s onslaught on the Zimbabwean batting attack was enough for the hosts to cling on to a five-run victory. Murtagh kept knocking on the doors of the visitors and was rewarded with five wickets. He is a player who can get you a lot of points for your IRE vs ZIM Dream11 team.
Dream11 points: 87
4. Sean Williams - All-rounder, Zimbabwe
Not only was Williams the pick during Zimbabwe’s run chase but he also picked up two wickets in the first innings to cap off a really good outing for him personally. He is a player who brings in a lot of experience to the team and is a pivotal player for the visitors in the IRE vs ZIM Dream11 team.
Dream11 points: 91
5. Craig Ervine - Batsman, Zimbabwe
Having already scored a century, he will be the main threat in the Zimbabwe batting attack just because of the fine form that he is in. Ervine is a great choice mainly because, not only does he bat at the top of the order but he also rakes in the runs and is great choice for your IRE vs ZIM Dream11 team.
Dream11 points: 96
Suggested XI for your IRE vs ZIM dream11 team –
Wicketkeeper – Lorcan Tucker
Batsmen – Andrew Balbirnie, Craig Ervine, Paul Stirling (vc)
All-rounders – Shane Getake, Mark Adair, Sean Williams (c), Ryan Burl
Bowlers – Tim Murtagh, Andrew McBrine, Tendai Chatara
IRE vs ZIM 3rd ODI 2019: Ireland vs Zimbabwe Match Details –
IRE vs ZIM 3rd ODI will be played in Belfast on July 7th. The live action begins at 3:15 PM IST.
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