Zimbabwe facing a big Test against pluck of the Irish

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Zimbabwe facing a big Test against pluck of the Irish

Zimbabwe were reeling at 3-38 at the close of play on the third day as they hunt a victory target of 292 in the one-off Test against Ireland at the Queens Sport Club.

The hosts still need 254 runs, with Ireland possibly in a stronger position as they are just seven wickets away from victory.

Ireland, resuming at 1-83 in their second innings in Bulawayo on Saturday, were dismissed for 298, with captain Andrew Balbirnie top-scoring with 66 and wicketkeeper Lorcan Tucker chipping in with 58.

Richard Ngarava was the best of the Zimbabwe bowlers, finishing with figures of 4-55.

Zimbabwe, who had a seven-run lead after the first innings, lost openers Ben Curran (4) and Takudzwanashe Kaitano (14) inside the first seven overs as they began their run chase, followed by debutant Nick Welch (5), who had scored 90 in the first innings.

Brian Bennett (15 not out) and nightwatchman Trevor Gwandu, who is yet to score, will resume on Sunday.

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