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This is an archive article published on March 15, 2007
Zimbabwe seek to resurrect pride
Under-strength Zimbabwe and debutants Ireland may look like a lightweight contest in a Group D clash. But both teams need a win tomorrow if they are to have any hope of progressing in the tournament.
Written by Agencefrancepresse
Kingston | March 15, 2007 12:00 AM IST
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Under-strength Zimbabwe and debutants Ireland may look like a lightweight contest in a Group D clash. But both teams need a win tomorrow if they are to have any hope of progressing in the tournament.
8220;If we can turn up, and bring our A-game, especially against Zimbabwe, we think we have a chance there to win,8221; said Ireland8217;s Australian-born captain Trent Johnson. 8220;We are entering this match with a lot of confidence. We know we have a very tough group, but we have our plans in place.8221;
Zimbabwe8217;s captain Prosper Utseya says it will be a little difficult planning for Ireland, since information was not available. 8220;We have been seeking information about them, but we feel no pressure because we have nothing to lose,8221; he said.
Men to watch
8226; Ireland: Trent Johnston captain, Kyle McCallan, Andre Botha, Jeremy Bray, Kenny Carroll, Peter Gillespie, Langford-Smith, John Mooney, Paul Mooney, Eoin Morgan, Kevin O8217;Brien, Niall O8217;Brien, William Porterfield, Boyd Rankin, Andrew White. Coach: Adrian Birrell
8226; Zimbabwe: Prosper Utseya captain, Gary Brent, Chamu Chibhabha, Elton Chigumbura, Keith Dabengwa, Terry Duffin, Anthony Ireland, Friday Kasteni, Stuart Matsikenyeri, Christopher Mpofu, Tawanda Mupariwa, Edward Rainsford, Vusumuzi Sibanda, Brendan Taylor, S Williams. Coach: Kevin Curran
8226; Officials: Ian Gould and Brian Jerling Third Umpire: Billy Bowden Fourth Umpire: Simon Taufel. Match Referee: Roshan Mahanama.
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