Bangladesh is set to take on Zimbabwe in the opening match of the Zimbabwe in Bangladesh 5 T20I Series, 2024. The game will be held at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram on 3rd May 2024 at 05:30 PM IST.
Match: Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe, 1st T20I
Date: 3rd May 2024
Time: 05:30 PM IST
Venue: Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram
In their last 5 games, Zimbabwe have won 5 games and lost 0. In their last 4 games, Bangladesh have won 1 game and lost 3. Both teams last played against each other in the Super 12 - Match 16 of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, Australia, 2022 where Taskin Ahmed scored the highest fantasy points for Bangladesh with 101 match fantasy points while Sean Williams topped the fantasy points leaderboard for Zimbabwe with 127 match fantasy points.
The Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram features a balanced pitch, offering an equal opportunity for both batsmen and bowlers. With an average first innings score of 167 runs in the last 20 matches, it suggests a favorable environment for batting. Moreover, historical data indicates that the team winning the toss should opt to bat first, as the majority of the games played on this ground have been won by the team batting first.
Temperature will hover around 29.68°C with 83% humidity. Winds at a speed of 6.95 m/s are expected. Light rain is forecasted which may affect playing conditions.
With pacers accounting for 67% of the total wickets at this venue, selecting pacers for your fantasy team appears to be a wise strategy. Considering this statistical insight, we anticipate that the pitch will maintain its inclination to favor the pacers, further reinforcing the notion of prioritizing pacers in your team selection.
In the 20 matches contested between these two teams, it's noteworthy that all-rounders have emerged as the top fantasy point earners for their respective teams.
M - Matches Played, R - Runs, Avg R - Average Runs, W - Wickets, Avg W - Average Wickets, RR - Recent Scores, RW - Recent Wickets
Player | M | R | Avg R | W | Avg W | RR | RW |
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Litton Das | 5 | 142 | 28.4 | 0 | - | 7, 36, 0, 16, 83 | - |
Brian Bennett | 4 | 104 | 26 | 0 | - | 27, 0, 65, 12, 0 | 0, 0, 0, 0, 0 |
Towhid Hridoy | 5 | 119 | 29.8 | 0 | - | 0, 32, 8, 15, 64 | - |
Litton Das emerges as a reliable option for your fantasy team, showcasing consistency and versatility. With an average of 53 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and a respectable fantasy rating of 8.6, he proves his reliability as a performer. Das, a top-order opening batter who also keeps wickets, adds depth to your team. His recent batting displays have been commendable, contributing 142 runs in the last five matches at an average of 28.4 per match.
Brian Bennett emerges as a valuable addition to your Dream11 fantasy team, offering consistent contributions with the bat. With an average of 38 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and a respectable fantasy rating of 7.4, he proves his worth as a reliable performer. Bennett, a top-order right-handed batter, strengthens the batting lineup with his proficiency. In his recent four matches, he has scored 104 runs, averaging 26 runs per match.
Towhid Hridoy is a high-risk, high-returns player for your fantasy team. Towhid Hridoy has an average of 38 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and a fantasy rating of 7.3. He is a top-order batter, and bats right-handed. In the recent 5 matches, this player has scored 119 runs averaging 29.8 per match.
Player | M | R | Avg R | W | Avg W | RR | RW |
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Shoriful Islam | 3 | 8 | 8 | 2 | 47.5 | 0, 4, 0, 0, 4 | 1, 0, 0, 1, 0 |
Taskin Ahmed | 3 | 33 | 33 | 4 | 25.8 | 0, 31, 0, 0, 2 | 2, 0, 1, 1, 0 |
Luke Jongwe | 3 | 41 | 13.7 | 0 | - | 0, 5, 34, 0, 2 | 0, 0, 0, 0, 0 |
Shoriful Islam emerges as a reliable option for your Dream11 fantasy team, showcasing consistency and effectiveness with his left-arm medium-fast bowling. With an average of 48 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and a commendable fantasy rating of 8.7, he proves his reliability as a performer. Islam's recent bowling performances has been consistent as he has taken 2 wickets in his last 3 games, averaging 47.5.
Taskin Ahmed can be a good pick for your Dream11 team. This player has an average of 45 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and a fantasy rating of 8. Taskin Ahmed is a right-arm fast bowler and in the last 3 matches, he has taken 4 wickets at an average of 25.8. This player is also a handy batter and in the last few matches, he has scored 33 runs at an average of 33 per match. Taskin Ahmed has done very well against this opposition, taking 3 wickets in recent matches.
Luke Jongwe is a valuable pick for your Dream11 fantasy team due to his consistent performance with the ball. Despite an average of 26 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, his record against this opponent is decent, having taken 1 wicket in recent matches.
Player | M | R | Avg R | W | Avg W | RR | RW |
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Mahedi Hasan | 3 | 35 | 17.5 | 1 | 91 | 0, 19, 0, 0, 16 | 0, 0, 1, 0, 0 |
Jonathan Campell | 4 | 115 | 38.3 | 1 | 5 | 23, 42, 0, 11, 39 | 0, 0, 1, 0, 0 |
Ryan Burl | 3 | 93 | - | 2 | 39.5 | 0, 33, 60, 0, 0 | 0, 0, 0, 0, 2 |
Mahedi Hasan is a consistent performer and a valuable asset for your Dream11 fantasy team. With an average of 43 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and a respectable fantasy rating of 8, he brings stability to your team. Hasan, known for his off-break bowling, has taken 1 wicket in his last 3 games and has scored 35 runs. He also has been effective against this team, picking up 1 wicket in recent games.
Jonathan Campell can be a differential pick for your Dream11 team. Jonathan Campell has an average of 45 match fantasy points in the last 5 games and a fantasy rating of 8. He is a top-order batter. In the recent 4 matches, this player has scored 115 runs averaging 38.3 per match. Jonathan Campell also bowls decently, bowling and in the recent matches, he has taken 1 wicket, averaging at 5.
Ryan Burl is a safe bet for your fantasy team. He has an average of 70 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and a fantasy rating of 7.8. This player is a top-order left-handed batter. In the recent 3 matches, Ryan Burl has scored 93 runs. He also bowls decently, bowling leg break, and in recent matches, he has taken 2 wickets at an average of 39.5.
Player | M | R | Avg R | W | Avg W | RR | RW |
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Shoriful Islam | 3 | 8 | 8 | 2 | 47.5 | 0, 4, 0, 0, 4 | 1, 0, 0, 1, 0 |
Litton Das | 5 | 142 | 28.4 | 0 | - | 7, 36, 0, 16, 83 | - |
Mahedi Hasan | 3 | 35 | 17.5 | 1 | 91 | 0, 19, 0, 0, 16 | 0, 0, 1, 0, 0 |
Taskin Ahmed | 3 | 33 | 33 | 4 | 25.8 | 0, 31, 0, 0, 2 | 2, 0, 1, 1, 0 |
Jonathan Campell | 4 | 115 | 38.3 | 1 | 5 | 23, 42, 0, 11, 39 | 0, 0, 1, 0, 0 |
Shoriful Islam is a fairly consistent player in terms of fantasy points. He has an average of 48 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and a fantasy rating of 8.7. This player bowls left-arm medium fast and in the recently played 3 matches, Shoriful Islam has taken 2 wickets at an average of 47.5. He has done very well against this opposition, taking 4 wickets in recent matches.
Litton Das is a wicket-keeper with an average of 53 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 8.6, and can be a good pick for your Dream11 team. He is a top-order opening right-handed batter and also keeps wickets. In the recently played 5 matches, this player has scored 142 runs at an average of 28.4 per match.
Mahedi Hasan is an all-rounder with an average of 43 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 8, and can be a good pick for your Dream11 team. Mahedi Hasan is an off-break bowler and in the recently played 3 matches, he has taken 1 wicket at an average of 91. This player has a very good record against this opponent, taking 3 wickets in recent matches.
Taskin Ahmed is a bowler with an average of 45 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 8, and is a good-to-have player for your fantasy team. Taskin Ahmed is a right-arm fast bowler and in the recently played 3 matches, he has taken 4 wickets at an average of 25.8. This player also bats decently and in the recently played matches, he has scored 33 runs, averaging 33 runs per match. Taskin Ahmed has done very well against this opposition, taking 3 wickets in recent matches.
Jonathan Campell can be a high-risk, high-returns pick for your Dream11 team. Jonathan Campell has an average of 45 match fantasy points in the last 5 games and a fantasy rating of 8. He is a top-order batter, bats. In the recently played 4 matches, this player has scored 115 runs at an average of 38.3 per match.
Bangladesh (BAN) Squad: Mahmudullah, Taskin Ahmed, Litton Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Mohammad Saifuddin, Jaker Ali, Mahedi Hasan, Shoriful Islam, Afif Hossain, Tanvir Islam, Towhid Hridoy, Rishad Hossain, Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon and Tanzim Hasan Sakib.
Zimbabwe (ZIM) Squad: Sean Williams, Craig Ervine, Sikandar Raza, Luke Jongwe, Ryan Burl, Wellington Masakadza, Joylord Gumbie, Ainsley Ndlovu, Richard Ngarava, Faraz Akram, Blessing Muzarabani, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Clive Madande, Brian Bennett and Jonathan Campell.
Wicket-Keepers: Litton Das and Jaker Ali
Batters: Jonathan Campell, Brian Bennett, and Tadiwanashe Marumani
All-Rounders: Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain and Afif Hossain
Bowlers: Shoriful Islam, Taskin Ahmed, and Wellington Masakadza
Captain: Litton Das
Vice-Captain: Brian Bennett