The Top 12 battle is expected to end on 21st October for the T20 World Cup with the last match between Scotland and Zimbabwe at Bellerive Oval, Hobart from 19:00 pm onwards. With the qualifier rounds coming to an end, there seems to be so much excitement as everyone gears up for the Final Rounds of the T20 World Cup.
Zimbabwe and the Team for T20 World Cup
The Zimbabwe team of Zimbabwe, as expected, were successful in showing their progress at their match against Ireland. In the first qualifier battle against Ireland, Zimbabwe managed to defeat Ireland by 31 runs. All seem to have high hopes from the team, after their recent victory over Australia, and the face off round.
However, this team consists of 15 players. The team will be led by Captain Craig Ervine, who along with players, Tendai Chatara, Wellington Masakadza, and Milton Shumba are reported to make a comeback, post dealing with several injuries. Their extraordinary performers include the names of Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams, Regis Chakabva, Ryan Burl. Following them, the squad features second wicketkeeper Clive Madande, and all-rounders like Raza, Burl, Evans, Jongwe, Madhevere, Munyonga who are expected to set a hardy competition.
Scotland and the Team for T20 World Cup
Whereas, the team of Scotland who are said to appear for the fifth time at the T20 World Cup. And, the team has been reported to win three contests against Bangladesh, Papua New Guinea and Oman at the tournament of last year. Moreover, the team managed to register a victory at their face off battle against West Indies, by 42 runs.
Also, the team is said to feature 15 cricketers. With Richard Berrington leading the side, the team will be composed of wicketkeeper Matthew Cross. And, other extraordinary players include Brandon McMullen, and all-rounders like Chris Greaves and Michael Leask, whose names are included among those top players of the team.
Past Matches Between the Two
As per the reports, Zimbabwe has encountered a face off against Scotland 4 times in the past. And, out of those matches, Zimbabwe won 3 matches, on the other hand Scotland has managed to achieve victory in 1 of those matches.
Predicted Speculations
Considering the past records of T20 matches, Zimbabwe is likely expected to register another victory at the qualifier round against Scotland. But with plenty of amazing players, there are chances for the team of Scotland to register another victory at the face off battle.
Going by the recent matches, both the teams are expected to perform well and retain their form. This is because both the teams were successful in defeating their competitors at the first qualifier battle, held on 17th of October. Well, right now with lots of excitement and assumptions it is difficult to make proper predictions. But the match is likely to be an exciting watch as the Top 12 battle will be ending soon.
