Cricket

This weekend in the Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League, a fascinating encounter awaits as unbeaten FC Platinum host log leaders Simba Bhora in Matchday 18 action. FC Platinum, the only team yet to suffer defeat this season, come into this fixture with a curious record of four wins and a staggering twelve draws, along with one…

Zimbabwe’s national cricket team, the Chevrons, are set to face their toughest challenge yet as they host the world Test champions, South Africa, in a two-match Test series beginning this week in Bulawayo. With only one win in their last five Test matches – a hard-fought victory over Bangladesh in April – Craig Ervine’s side…

The Zimbabwe Women’s High Performance XI are putting in a spirited and promising display at the ongoing Kwibuka Women’s T20 Tournament in Kigali, Rwanda. Despite fielding a developmental squad rather than the senior national team, the Zimbabwean side has shown impressive form, winning three of their five matches so far. Currently sitting fifth on the…

Zimbabwe’s cricketing talisman, Sikandar Raza, has officially signed with the Seattle Orcas for Season 3 of Major League Cricket (MLC), bringing his world-class all-round abilities to the fast-growing franchise league in the United States. Raza’s addition is a major boost for the Orcas, who have been building a reputation as one of MLC’s most ambitious…

In the wake of Zimbabwe’s historic return to Test cricket on English soil, captain Craig Ervine has called for more regular fixtures in the United Kingdom, signalling a strong desire to reintegrate Zimbabwe in the global Test arena. Zimbabwe’s four-day Test at Trent Bridge, Nottingham, against a full-strength England side marked their first Test appearance…

In a remarkable display of talent and tenacity, 21-year-old Brian Bennett etched his name into cricket history by scoring Zimbabwe’s fastest Test century during their match against England at Trent Bridge. Facing a formidable English side, Bennett reached his century in just 97 balls, showcasing a fearless approach that captivated fans and critics alike. Bennett’s…

Zimbabwe fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani has been signed by Royal Challengers Bengaluru for the closing stages of the Indian Premier League. The 28-year-old will replace South Africa’s Lungi Ngidi, who is leaving the IPL to join the Proteas’ preparations for the World Test Championship final. Muzarabani’s signing becomes effective on 26 May, just one day…

Zimbabwe have named their 15-man squad for the upcoming four-day Test against England, set to take place at Trent Bridge in Nottingham from 22 to 25 May. The Chevrons welcome back star all-rounder Sikandar Raza, who missed the recent Test series against Ireland and Bangladesh due to T20 franchise commitments. Raza replaces Johnathan Campbell, while…

Zimbabwe has secured a much-needed and morale-boosting Test victory over Bangladesh in Sylhet, winning by three wickets in a tightly contested encounter. This triumph holds great significance for the Chevrons, especially after back-to-back Test defeats earlier in the year—first to Afghanistan in January, followed by a painful loss to Ireland in February. With questions beginning…