IRL vs ZWE 3rd ODI match prediction 13 Sep 2021

IRE vs ZIM 3rd ODI Predictions & Betting Tips

Ireland will lock horns with Zimbabwe in the third and final ODI of what has been an intense and thrilling limited-overs tour between two well-matched teams. The fixture is scheduled to take place on Monday, the 13th of September, at the Civil Service Cricket Club in Belfast. Here, I have collated the best betting tips for you from the IRE vs ZIM match prediction.

With one force each from their respective continents particularly dominant in the international cricketing circuit, both Ireland and Zimbabwe have been attempting to breakthrough in a big way for too long now. They have had plenty of highs as well, be it the Chevrons’ landmark victory against the Aussies in the inaugural World T20, or an iconic thrashing of England by the Men in Green in the ICC World Cup 2011. However, at the end of the day, the two units are always hard-pressed for opportunities and resigned to playing the likes of Afghanistan, Scotland and each other. Nevertheless, frequent clashes have given birth to a great cricketing rivalry between the two nations and they consistently deliver great thrillers filled with entertainment. With Zimbabwe already having won the tour courtesy of a T20 series triumph and a victory in the first ODI, Ireland would be striving to end on a high and one-up their African opponents. A tasty encounter awaits us on the horizon, and I have carefully selected the three best betting tips for you in the following IRE vs ZIM match prediction.

IRE vs ZIM Player Bets

With limited team markets being made available by the bookmakers for the fixture and none feasible enough considering the returns, I have handpicked three top player bets for you to maximize your earnings. Both teams boast of some incredibly in-form batsmen and I have taken advantage of the same in the undermentioned IRE vs ZIM match prediction.

William Porterfield to score over 24.5

The Ireland legend seems to be ageing like a fine wine. Porterfield has started off the series in sensational form, putting up scores of 75 and 67 in the first two ODIs. This takes his half-century scoring streak to three games in a row, and his ODI average in 2021 to an incredible 42 from five games. The 37-year-old is his country’s leading run-getter by quite some distance, with 4301 ODI runs at a great average of 31.16. The batsman has excelled in his home country more often than not, racking up more than 1500 international runs in the 50-over format alone at a decent average of 27.67. The former Irish skipper has simply looked infallible of late and it is hard to imagine him getting out cheaply given the recent quality of cricket. Thus, you can safely bet on the veteran to score over 24.5 runs. To capitalize on this IRE vs ZIM betting tip, head to Dafabet who have offered fantastic odds of 1.87.

Craig Ervine to score over 23.5

Given the quality Craig Ervine possesses, there is a feeling he never reached the heights he was meant to because of various circumstances. Nevertheless, the 36-year-old is still leading Zimbabwe Cricket from the front and has had some incredible displays the past few years. Since the start of 2019, the veteran has accumulated 504 runs at a highly impressive average of 38.76. His flamboyant 64 against Ireland in the opening match was the first and only ODI innings for him in 2021. Historically, Ervine has always excelled against the island nation, with 468 runs to his name from 11 innings at a stunning average of 46.8. Surprisingly, the numbers are even better when playing them in their own backyard, tallying 220 runs at an average of 55. The man’s quality was once again on display in the 5-match T20I series, as he steamed his way to 160 runs at an average of 40. With more than 2,500 ODI runs in his kitty at an average of 30-plus, Ervine’s consistency has been one of his strengths, and another stylish display seems to be on the cards. Consequently, I confidently pick Craig Ervine to score over 23.5 runs in this IRE vs ZIM match prediction.

Brendan Taylor to score over 25.5

To cap off the list is another legend and one of Zimbabwe’s greatest of all time. Brendan Taylor has a massive 6,677 runs for the Chevrons in ODIs with a fantastic career average of 35.70. The wicketkeeper/batsman’s numbers have been particularly astonishing following his return to international cricket after the Kolpak deal. Since 2018, he has tallied 1,419 runs on the international 50-over stage at an average of just under 40. This year alone, Taylor has amassed 147 runs in just four innings. This includes a flashy 49 against the Irish in the first ODI, his only innings in the series so far. The opener has played the Green and Whites 11 times in the format, working his way to an impressive 335 runs and only getting dismissed for every 33.5 runs he scores against them. One of the most recognizable names in cricket, Taylor’s mettle is undoubtable, his form undeniable and the constant ability to churn out good scores unbelievable. You can easily pick Brendan Taylor to score over 25.5 as per this IRE vs ZIM betting tip, with Dafabet offering lucrative odds of 1.87