New Delhi: After losing the T20 and ODI series on the England tour, the Indian cricket team is now focused on the Zimbabwe tour. Team India will play a three-match T20 series here, giving many young players the opportunity to showcase their talent. Cricket fans will be particularly focused on Vaibhav Suryavanshi and new T20 captain Shreyas Iyer. The timing of the matches has been changed for this series, so it’s important for fans to know the exact timings and live broadcast information.
All eyes will be on the young players
Several new and young players have been included in the Indian team for the Zimbabwe tour. Prominent among them are Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Prabhsimran Singh. Vaibhav, who didn’t perform as well as expected during the England tour, will have a great opportunity to prove himself in this series.
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Meanwhile, Shreyas Iyer, who is captaining the T20 team, will also be aiming for his first win as captain. Therefore, this series is considered crucial for both the young players and the captain.
When will the first T20 match be played?
The first match of the T20 series between India and Zimbabwe will be played on Thursday, July 23. This match will be held at the Harare Sports Club in Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe.
What time will the match start?
The first T20 match will begin at 4:30 PM (IST). The toss will take place at 4:00 PM. Due to the changed timing, fans should check the timings in advance to avoid missing any exciting moments.
Where to watch live match?
If you prefer to watch the match on TV, the first T20 match between India and Zimbabwe can be viewed for free on DD Sports. The series will also be broadcast on Unite8 Sports Network.
How to watch live streaming on mobile?
Viewers who wish to watch the match on their mobile phones or tablets can enjoy live streaming of the first T20 match via the FanCode app. This will allow fans to enjoy the match anywhere, anytime.