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Brandon Moyo
ZIMBABWE ODI captain Craig Ervine has hinted they are likely to ring changes going into the series decider at Queens Sports Club this morning.
The Chevrons’ batting display, in the first two games, has left a lot to be desired with the team yet to bat out their 50 overs.
In the first game, Zimbabwe were bowled out for 205 runs in 40,2 overs. In the second encounter on Tuesday, also batting first, the Chevrons were bundled out for 145 runs in 32,3 overs.
Speaking after the conclusion of Tuesday’s game, Ervine said there likely will be changes to the team based on what they expect the wicket to play like.
“There could be a couple of changes but I think a lot depends on what the surface is like. If it’s another good wicket then I don’t see us changing too much but I can’t give too much away right now.
“There are little errors that are creeping in but I don’t see us being far away from posting a decent score.
“We have to be very careful in the message that we pass on that we don’t go into our shells and go defensive.
“Our batting has been poor in both games. Hopefully, we can apply ourselves a little bit better on Thursday,” said Ervine.
Meanwhile, Sean Williams has been handed an official reprimand for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the second ODI against Pakistan.
Williams was found to have breached Article 2.8 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to “showing dissent at an Umpire’s decision during an International Match.”
In addition to this, one demerit point has been added to Williams’ disciplinary record, for whom it was the first offence in a 24-month period.
The incident occurred in the 26th over of Zimbabwe’s innings, when Williams showed dissent by pointing to his bat on being given out LBW to Saim Ayub.
Williams admitted the offence and accepted the sanction proposed by Andy Pycroft of the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees, so there was no need for a formal hearing.
Online Reporter