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Zimbabwe have so far played three Super 12 games and won 1 game, lost 1, while one ended up without results. They are fourth in the Group 2 points standings with three points.
Meanwhile, Pakistan have lost two of their three games so far. They lost first to India and then were stunned by Zimbabwe.
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Zimbabwe handyman Ryan Burlwho has played in all the games the red jerseys have played so far in the Super 12, spoke to TimesofIndia.com in an exclusive interview from Perth and said that playing against India in a bilateral series before the World Cup has helped the Chevrons a lot in the preparation of the mega event.
India, led by KL Rahul, traveled to Zimbabwe in August earlier this year to play a three-game ODI series. The tourists overwhelmed the hosts 3-0.
“Playing India before the tournament (World Cup) was obviously a good experience. I think playing against any top opponent before the World Cup helps a lot with the preparation and confidence they bring to the big stage,” the 28-year-old, born in Marondera, he told TimesofIndia.com.
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Having achieved a tough win against Pakistan, Zimbabwe has a lot of confidence. Although they later stumbled upon Bangladesh and suffered a heartbreaking 3-run defeat by the Bangla Tigers.
Zimbabwe will face the Netherlands on Wednesday (2 November) and then India on Sunday (6 November).
Asked about facing the 2007 India champions and the possibility of the red jerseys stopping dangerous and fit hitters like Virat Kohli and Suryakumar Yadav, Burl said: “I think it will be foolish for us to plan only against SKY and Virat because everyone on the Indian team is a huge threat in their day. That said, we have to take every match as it comes, and we Netherlands are on the way, which is an important match. India is a solid team and a dangerous team, “Burl further. told TimesofIndia.com.
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BURL ON SIKANDAR RAZA’S WORK ETHICS
Sikandar Raza, who has played for Zimbabwe since 2013, played a pivotal role in Zimbabwe’s victory over Pakistan. The emotions and never say never attitude on Raza’s face were evident after he scored a 16th place that changed the course of the match.
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Raza launched herself down the side of her leg towards a neatly placed Shan Masood. The Pakistani hitter took to the track and tried a quick shot, but missed the ball completely. Regis Chakabva had enough time to pick up the ball and pull out the bail to show Masood, who scored 44 out of 38 balls, the way back to the pavilion.
In addition to Masood, Raza removed Shadab Khan (17) and Haider Ali (0).
Raza, a Pakistani-born cricketer, scored 3 out of 25 and won the Man of the Match award for his spectacular bowling alley.
“A win against Pakistan obviously means the world not only to me, but also to my team, my family and all the fans around the world who have supported our journey to get here. That atmosphere and atmosphere. they were great. Pure joy and euphoria. It’s something that’s very hard to put into words, it’s just the best feeling as a cricketer. We haven’t really had a chance to talk to opponents after the game. Unfortunately, it’s all a change of heart. course very fast and there is not much pause between) games, “Burl recalled.
Praising Raza, Burl said: “Raza worked so hard before this incredible period of form she is going through.”
“I’m not at all surprised at how well he is doing, because his behind-the-scenes work ethic is so high,” Burl signed.
