ZIM vs AFG Reddy Anna Match Prediction – 1st ODI, Afghanistan Tour of Zimbabwe 2024-25

After clinching the T20I series, Afghanistan will aim to dominate in the ODIs as they face Zimbabwe in the first match of the three-game series. Scheduled for Tuesday, December 17, the clash will take place at the Harare Sports Club, Harare.

Recent Performance Overview

In their last meeting during the third T20I, Afghanistan edged Zimbabwe by 3 wickets in a low-scoring thriller. Zimbabwe struggled to post a competitive score, being bowled out for 127 runs. Despite a shaky start at 44/4, Afghanistan’s middle-order batsmen guided the team to victory in the final over.

Pitch Report – Harare Sports Club

The Harare Sports Club is known for favoring bowlers, offering low-scoring games. During the T20I series, only Afghanistan managed to breach the 150-run mark once. For the ODI series, scores of above 250 could prove challenging. The average first-innings score at this venue is 227 runs, indicating that batters will need to work hard for runs.

Reddy Anna Match Prediction – Form and Key Players

Zimbabwe

Key Players:

Sikandar Raza: Zimbabwe’s most reliable performer with both bat and ball.
Craig Ervine: A consistent top-order batter.
Sean Williams: Crucial for anchoring Zimbabwe’s innings.
Richard Ngarava: Leading their bowling attack.

Predicted Top Batsman for ZIM: Sikandar Raza or Craig ErvinePredicted Top Bowler for ZIM: Richard Ngarava or Sikandar Raza

Afghanistan

Key Players:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz: A destructive opener capable of changing the game.
Hashmatullah Shahidi: Reliable middle-order batter.
Rashid Khan: Afghanistan’s trump card with both bat and ball.
Fazalhaq Farooqi & Naveen-ul-Haq: Key pacers for early breakthroughs.

Predicted Top Batsman for AFG: Rahmanullah Gurbaz or Hashmatullah ShahidiPredicted Top Bowler for AFG: Fazalhaq Farooqi or Naveen-ul-Haq

Score Prediction – ZIM vs AFG 1st ODI

Team	1st Innings	2nd Innings
Zimbabwe	190-200	150-160
Afghanistan	220-230	180-190

Conclusion: Reddy Anna Match Prediction – Who Will Win?

Despite playing in home conditions, Zimbabwe will start as underdogs after failing to capitalize in the T20I series. Afghanistan’s superior form, depth in batting, and a strong bowling unit give them the edge. Afghanistan is expected to win the first ODI comfortably.