Zimbabwe Set for Action-Packed Cricket Series Against Afghanistan
Zimbabwe will host Afghanistan in an all-format cricket series from December 9, 2024, to January 6, 2025, in Harare and Bulawayo. This exciting tour will feature two Test matches, three One-Day Internationals (ODIs), and three T20 Internationals (T20Is), bringing thrilling cricket action to fans during the holiday season.
Schedule Highlights
- T20Is: December 11, 13, and 14 at Harare Sports Club.
- ODIs: December 17, 19, and 21 at Harare Sports Club.
- Test Matches: December 26-30 and January 2-6 at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo.
The series will culminate in the traditional Boxing Day and New Year’s Tests, iconic fixtures in international cricket.
Teams’ Expectations
Afghanistan Cricket Board Chairman Mirwais Ashraf expressed excitement about the tour, stating, “This all-format series in Zimbabwe is an important milestone for our team.” Meanwhile, Zimbabwe Cricket Chairman Tavengwa Mukuhlani emphasized the significance of the holiday fixtures and predicted “intense and exciting matches.”
Key Players to Watch
- Afghanistan: Rashid Khan, known for his T20 prowess, will lead the T20 squad. Hashmatullah Shahidi will captain the ODI side, supported by stars like Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Mujeeb Ur Rahman.
- Zimbabwe: Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams, and Blessing Muzarabani will be pivotal as Zimbabwe looks to capitalize on home-ground advantage.
Global Cricket Focus
This series comes at a time when both nations aim to bolster their international rankings and prepare for upcoming global tournaments. Zimbabwe, known for its cricketing heritage, is keen to deliver strong performances against Afghanistan, a rising force in world cricket.
The matches will be broadcast live on Zeerak Media and other streaming platforms, ensuring fans worldwide don’t miss out on the action.
