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Where To Watch Pakistan National Cricket Team vs Zimbabwe National Cricket Team Match: Pakistan won the toss and opted to bat first in the decisive third and final One-Day International (ODI) against Zimbabwe at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo on Wednesday. After suffering a surprising 80-run defeat in the rain-affected opening match, Pakistan came back strongly in the second ODI. The team registered a dominant 10-wicket victory, courtesy of a stunning maiden ODI century by Saim Ayub, showcasing their all-round strength.

For the series decider, Pakistan chose to retain their winning XI. The lineup includes a balanced spin attack featuring Faisal Akram, Abrar Ahmed, and Salman Ali Agha, reflecting their intent to adapt to the conditions and secure the series win.

Pakistan National Cricket Team vs Zimbabwe National Cricket Team Match Scorecard:

At the time of filing this report, Pakistan were 113 for 2 at the end of 25 overs. With Abdullah Shafique (50) and Saim Ayub (31) back in the hut, Kamran Ghulam and captain Mohammed Rizwan have a huge responsibility to carry the innings forward.

Zimbabwe brought in wicketkeeper-batter Clive Madande and fast-bowling all-rounder Faraz Akram for their first series game in place of Brandon Mavuta and Trevor Gwandu.

The ODI series will be followed by a three-match Twenty20 International series starting at Bulawayo on Sunday.

Pakistan National Cricket Team vs Zimbabwe National Cricket Team Match Lineups:

Pakistan: Saim Ayub, Abdullah Shafique, Kamran Ghulam, Mohammad Rizwan (c), Salman Ali Agha, Tayyab Tahir, Irfan Khan, Aamer Jamal, Haris Rauf, Faisal Akram and Abrar Ahmed.

Zimbabwe: Joylord Gumbie, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Dion Myers, Craig Ervine (c), Sean Williams, Clive Madande, Sikandar Raza, Brian Bennett, Faraz Akram, Richard Ngarava and Blessing Muzarabani.