Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025: Match 1, Pakistan vs Zimbabwe Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between PAK vs ZIM?

Pakistan are set to face Zimbabwe in the first match of the tri-series, which also involves Sri Lanka.

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Pakistan and Zimbabwe. (Photo Source: Muhammad Sameer Ali/Getty Images)/Zimbabwe Cricket)

On Tuesday, November 18, Pakistan (PAK) are set to face Zimbabwe (ZIM) in the first match of the tri-series, which also involves Sri Lanka. All the matches are set to be played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi.

The Men in Green would be high on confidence after their recent results against South Africa and Sri Lanka. They defeated the Proteas in a T20I series and an ODI series a few weeks ago. Recently, they whitewashed Sri Lanka in a three-match ODI series.

Zimbabwe, on the other hand, are coming into this assignment on the back of being whitewashed 0-3 by Afghanistan in Harare earlier this month. Sikandar Raza and Co. will have to bring their A-game to the fore in order to put Pakistan under pressure.


PAK vs ZIM Match Details

Match Pakistan vs Zimbabwe, Match 1, Pakistan T20I Tri-Series
Venue Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
Date & Time Tuesday, November 18, 6.30 pm (IST)
Broadcast and Live Streaming Details Sony Sports & Fancode (app and website)

Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi Pitch Report

The pitch is expected to be in favour of the batters. The venue hosted the first T20I between Pakistan and South Africa on October 28. The visitors amassed 194/9 before dismissing the hosts for 139 in 18.1 overs. From the ODI series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka, it is clear that batters will enjoy their time in the middle, especially if they can afford themselves a few deliveries to settle down.


PAK vs ZIM Head-to-Head Record in T20Is

Matches Played 21
Won by Pakistan 18
Won by Zimbabwe 3
No Result -
Tied -
First Meeting October 12, 2008
Most Recent Meeting December 5, 2024

PAK vs ZIM Predicted Playing 11s

Pakistan

Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Sahibzada Farhan (WK), Salman Ali Agha (C), Usman Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Usman Tariq.

Zimbabwe

Brian Bennett, Dion Myers, Brendar Taylor (WK), Sikandar Raza (C), Ryan Burl, Tashinga Musekiwa, Clive Madande, Brad Evans, Graeme Cremer, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava.


PAK vs ZIM Probable Top Performers

Probable Best Batter: Saim Ayub

Saim Ayub
Saim Ayub (Source: Getty Images)

Saim Ayub didn't have a memorable outing with the bat during the Asia Cup but he bounced back strongly during the three-match T20I series against South Africa. He finished as the highest run-getter, with 108 runs from three innings at an average of 54 and a strike rate of 150. The southpaw will look to get his team off to a flying start on Tuesday.


Probable Best Bowler: Shaheen Afridi

Shaheen Afridi
Shaheen Afridi. (Photo source: Muhammad Sameer Ali/Getty Images)

Pakistan's ODI captain Shaheen Afridi bowled decently against the Proteas, bagging four wickets in two games at an average of 17.75. However, he would have been disappointed with his economy rate of 8.88. The left-arm seamer will have a crucial role to play with the new ball.


Today's Match Prediction: Pakistan to win the match

Pakistan

vs

Zimbabwe

Pakistan T20I Tri-Series

Match Information

PAK FlagvsZIM Flag
Calendar IconNov 23, 2025
Location IconGaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Lahore
Time Icon01:00 PM

First To Bat

PAK FlagPowerplay: 50-60
180-190

First To Bat

ZIM FlagPowerplay: 40-50
150-160

Win Probability

PAK 80%
ZIM 20%
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Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

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