Keep an eye out! The Zim Afro T10 league 2023 season is going to open a brand-new chapter of adventure.The first play-off match of Zim Afro T10 2023 will feature a game between Durban Qalandars and Joburg Buffaloes. The eagerly awaited match will take place at the Harare Sport Club in Harare. Make sure to witness an epic encounter and prepare for some cricketing thrill as the match commences on Friday, 28th July at 6:30 pm IST/3:00 pm local. 

Maybe you are not aware of it, but both these teams have showcased their exceptional abilities in the Zim Afro 2023. During the league stage, Durban Qalandars have managed 5 wins out of their 8 matches and finished at the top of the points table with 10 points. On the other hand, Joburg Buffaloes have managed 4 wins out of their 8 matches and are placed at the second spot on the points table with 6 points.

Here's everything you need to know about the Durban Qalandars vs Joburg Buffaloes 1st play-off match of Zim Afro T10: where to watch, date, time, pitch report, probable XI, match prediction, and full squad.

Zim Afro T10 2023: Durban Qalandars vs Joburg Buffaloes Match Details:

Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare

Where To Watch: YouTube Channel, Zim Afro T10 League Official

Date & Time: 28th July at 6:30 pm IST/5:00 pm local.

Pitch Report: 

The pitch at the Harare Sports Club has favored both batters and bowlers in the T20 format earlier. The pacers will likely get assistance from the surface if they can hit the right place. At the venue, the most recent game was played between Joburg Buffaloes and Harare Hurricanes where Joburg Buffaloes emerged victorious by 9 wickets. 

Full Squad:

Durban Qalandars Squad: 

Asif Ali, Mohammed Amir, George Linde, Hazratullah Zazai, Tim Sifert, Sisanda Magala, Hilton Cartwright, Mirza Thahir Baig, Tayab Abbas, Craig Ervin, Tendai Chatara, Brad Evans, Clive Madande, Nick Welch, Andre Fleture

Joburg Buffaloes squad:

Mushfiqur Rahim, Odean Smith, Tom Banton, Yusuf Pathan, Will Smeed, Noor Ahmad, Ravi Bopara, Usman Shinwari, Junior Dala, Blessing Muzarabani, Wellington Masakadza, Wesley Madhevere, Victor Nyauchi, Milton Shumba, Mohamed Hafeez, Rahul Chopra.

Probable Playing XI: 

Durban Qalandars:

Asif Ali, George Linde, Craig Ervin, Brad Evans, Mirza Thahir Baig, Andre Fleture, Tim Sifert, Sisanda Magala, Mohammad Amir, Tendai Chatara, Hilton Cartwright

Joburg Buffaloes:

Mushfiqur Rahim, Tom Banton, Yusuf Pathan, Will Smeed, Noor Ahmad, Ravi Bopara, Odean Smith, Junior Dala, Victor Nyauchi, Wellington Masakadza, Usman Shinwari

Who Will Win The Match Between Durban Qalandars and Joburg Buffaloes?

Prediction: Durban Qalandars to win the match.

Durban Qalandars have managed 5 wins out of their 8 matches and occupied a place at the top spot on the points table with 10 points. However, both the teams have already played a match where Durban Qalandars won by 2 runs.