Cricket
Young Chevrons given reality check ahead of home World Cup
Zimbabwe Under-19 suffered a sobering defeat at the hands of Pakistan Under-19 in their final run-up to the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup, which will be co-hosted in Zimbabwe and Namibia. With the global tournament now just a week away, the heavy loss will raise concerns within the home camp. Pakistan won the toss…
Read MoreYoung Chevrons set for crucial U19 Tri-Series ahead of World Cup
Zimbabwe will host an exciting Under-19 tri-nation series featuring Afghanistan and Pakistan as part of their final preparations for the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026. The build-up tournament, beginning on Christmas Day in Harare, offers the Young Chevrons valuable competitive match practice before the global event co-hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia in January…
Read MoreZimbabwe gears up for clash with Australia
Zimbabwe are gearing up for a significant three-match ODI series against Australia national cricket team in 2026 — a matchup that promises high drama and a rare chance for the Chevrons to measure themselves against one of the world’s strongest sides. The series marks Australia’s return to Zimbabwe for the first time in nearly a…
Read MoreZimbabwe’s star all-rounder tops ICC T20I rankings
The spotlight is firmly on Sikandar Raza after he climbed to the number one spot in the ICC’s T20I all-rounder rankings — a milestone that underlines his enduring class and value to Zimbabwe cricket. At 39 years old, Raza has shown remarkable longevity and consistency. The latest ranking update follows a string of impressive performances…
Read MoreZimbabwe bounces back: A 67‑run victory that sparks hope
After that gut‑punch loss to Bangladesh, the boys in green found a spark that lit up Rawalpindi. Zimbabwe posted a modest 162‑8 – thanks to Brian Bennett’s 49 and Sikandar Raza’s quick‑fire 47 – and then turned the screws, bowling Sri Lanka out for just 95. The 67‑run win not only gave us a much‑needed confidence boost, it…
Read MoreChevrons display grit but fall short in Pakistan opener
Zimbabwe’s Chevrons showed marked improvement in their opening match of the T20I tri-series in Pakistan but ultimately came up just short as they fell to a five-wicket defeat against the hosts in Rawalpindi. Batting first, Zimbabwe posted a low 147 for 8 in their 20 overs. The team got off to a promising start with…
Read MoreWilliams steps away as Zimbabwe Cricket prioritises the veteran’s well-being
In a decision announced by Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC), veteran all-rounder Sean Williams will not see his national contract renewed beyond its expiry at the end of December 2025, nor be considered for further selection. The move follows the 39-year-old player’s voluntary entry into a rehabilitation programme to address personal health issues and a series of…
Read MoreChevrons achieve statement win over Afghanistan
In what promises to be a landmark moment for Zimbabwean cricket, the Chevrons registered a dominant and emphatic victory over Afghanistan in the one-off Test at Harare Sports Club. The home side sealed the match by an innings and 73 runs, marking one of the most significant wins in their recent history. Zimbabwe’s performance was…
Read MoreCurran’s maiden Test hundred lights up Harare
It was a momentous day yesterday at Harare Sports Club as Ben Curran notched his maiden Test century, putting the Chevrons firmly on the front foot against Afghanistan in their one-off match. Curran’s composed and skilful knock – 121 runs scored before he was trapped lbw – provided the backbone for a commanding first-innings lead. …
Read MoreChevrons roar back into form with Brad Evans leading the charge
The Chevrons delivered a statement performance in their one-off Test against Afghanistan cricket team at Harare Sports Club, firmly re-asserting their capabilities in red-ball cricket. After being put into bat, Zimbabwe’s bowling attack dismantled the visitors for just 127, before their own batters seized control to reach 274 for 5 and take a commanding first-innings…
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