Middle-order batsman Elton Chigumbura struck a half-century and claimed a crucial wicket as Zimbabwe defeated Bangladesh by 38 runs in the first match of the tri-nation series in Mirpur.

Ireland captain Trent Johnston admitted he could not have asked for more from his players after their dramatic tie against Zimbabwe in the World Cup.

Zimbabwe captain Prosper Utseya admits his side venture into the unknown against Ireland today after struggling to gather information on their World Cup Group D opponents.