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Zimbabwe to host Namibia for T20I Series ahead of Africa Qualifiers
Zimbabwe will play host to Namibia in a three-match Twenty20 International series next week as part of their final preparations for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Regional Final. All matches are scheduled to take place at Bulawayo’s Queens Sports Club, beginning on September 15, with additional fixtures on the 16th and 18th.…
Read MoreBennett Makes T20I History with Stylish Record — Despite Zimbabwe Defeat
Zimbabwe opener Brian Bennett has etched his name into the T20I record books with a remarkable achievement that stands out, even in a match where the Chevrons ultimately fell short. His fluent 81 off 57 deliveries, featuring 12 elegantly struck boundaries, now stands as the highest T20I score by any player from a full ICC…
Read MoreLady Chevrons Seal Global Qualifier Spot with Commanding Win over Uganda
The Lady Chevrons continue to fly the Zimbabwean flag high in Windhoek, booking their place in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier final – and, more importantly, securing a spot at the Global Qualifier in Nepal – after a clinical five-wicket victory over Uganda Women. Chasing 120 for victory, our girls showed both…
Read MoreMissed Chances Cost Zimbabwe as Sri Lanka Snatch T20 Opener
It is hard not to feel both pride and frustration after the Chevrons put up a spirited display in Harare, only to let victory slip through their fingers. Sri Lanka edged home by four wickets in the opening T20I, taking a 1-0 lead in the series – but this was a contest Zimbabwe should have…
Read MoreLady Chevrons Crush Sierra Leone with 10-Wicket Masterclass
The Zimbabwe senior women’s cricket team, the Lady Chevrons, showcased their dominance today with a thumping 10-wicket victory over Sierra Leone in their second match of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier Division One at the FNB Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek. Building on their opening win against hosts Namibia, the Lady Chevrons…
Read MoreLady Chevrons Stun Hosts Namibia with Opening Victory
The Zimbabwe Women’s cricket team, the Lady Chevrons, kicked off their ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier campaign in style with a hard-fought 32-run win over hosts Namibia in Windhoek on Sunday. After losing the toss and being sent in to bat, Zimbabwe found themselves in a cautious position at the halfway stage on…
Read MoreZimbabwe Women Eye Strong Start Against Namibia in T20 Africa Qualifier
Zimbabwe’s women’s cricket team is in Windhoek, Namibia, gearing up for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier, with their opening clash set against the hosts this Sunday. The matchup promises to be a stern test for the Lady Chevrons, who have struggled against Namibia in recent encounters. In their last five meetings, Namibia…
Read MoreZimbabwe Gear Up for ODI Challenge Against Sri Lanka
Zimbabwe Cricket has announced a 16-man squad for the upcoming two-match ODI series against Sri Lanka, set for August 29 and 31 at Harare Sports Club. The series marks a significant moment as Brendan Taylor returns to the 50-over format for the first time since September 2021. Craig Ervine will captain the side, leading a…
Read MoreZimbabwe Cricket (ZC) blasts David Coltart, accuse former minister of causing division in the sport
The Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has come out all guns blazing at David Coltart, accusing the Bulawayo Mayor of constant dangerous and deplorable accusations which lack evidence, thereby causing division in the sport. The Cricket governing body has come under scrutiny of late, particularly the national team selectors, who have been accused of nepotism, tribalism and…
Read MoreNew Zealand Thrash Zimbabwe as Batting Frailties Exposed Again
Zimbabwe’s Test series against New Zealand ended in brutal fashion at Queen’s Sports Club, with the hosts suffering another thumping defeat that underlined their ongoing struggles against high-quality pace and movement. Once again, Zimbabwe’s batting was found wanting, undone by a combination of the moving ball and genuine pace – a cocktail that has troubled…
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