Zimbabwe registred five-wicket victory over Ireland in the first T20I at Harare Sports Club on Thursday. Former England batter Gary Ballance struck 30 runs on his debut for Zimbabwe. Right-arm leg spinner Ryan Burl picked up 3 wickets for Zimbabwe and was awarded Player of the match.
After Ireland had been dismissed for 114 in 19.2 overs, Zimbabwe reached the target with 12 balls to spare.
Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 1st T20I, Ireland tour of Zimbabwe 2023, Match Summary
Ireland - 114 in 19.2 overs (G. Delany 24, C. Campher 20; R. Burl 3-29, W. Masakadza 2-13, T. Chatara 2-17, R. Ngarava 2-20)
Zimbabwe - 118-5 in 18 overs (S. Williams 34 not out, G. Ballance 30; M. Adair 2-12, H. Tector 2-17)
Result - Zimbabwe won by 5 wickets
Player Of The Match - Ryan Burl
