Zimbabwe Cricket Team
ICC makes U-turn, to revisit plan for extra global event in next eight-year cycle
Those reliant on ICC revenue want it, while ones that earn more from bilateral series don't
April 21, 2024
ICC news
Virat Kohli, Kane Williamson, Steven Smith, Joe Root nominated for ICC men's cricketer of the decade award
Kohli is the only men's player who has been nominated for all major awards
April 23, 2024
2022 Women's T20 World Cup in South Africa postponed to February 2023
The major tournaments on the women's calendar for 2022 now include the ODI World Cup, the Commonwealth Games and the Ashes
April 25, 2024
Usman Qadir takes four as Pakistan sweep Zimbabwe 3-0
Pakistan have handed a debut to batsman Abdullah Shafique
April 21, 2024
Confident Pakistan target clean sweep against lacklustre Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe need their experienced hands to show the way, while Pakistan might be tempted to experiment with their XI
April 21, 2024
Usman Qadir leads fine Pakistan bowling performance to seal series
Haider Ali and Babar Azam slam fifties to make quick work of small chase
April 21, 2024
Unchanged Pakistan opt to bowl, Zimbabwe bring in Donald Tiripano for Tendai Chatara
This is also the 50th T20I for umpire Ahsan Raza, the first to reach the landmark
April 24, 2024
Elton Chigumbura to retire from international cricket after Pakistan series
He will be remembered as Zimbabwe's best-known power-hitter of his generation
April 23, 2024
Babar Azam's 82 trumps Wesley Madhevere's 70* as Pakistan take 1-0 lead
Zimbabwe brought in Elton Chigumbura, Ryan Burl and Tendai Chatara, while Mohammad Hafeez returned for Pakistan
April 21, 2024
Foregone conclusion? Anything but, as Pakistan and Zimbabwe switch focus to T20Is
Their win in the final ODI should give the visitors enough confidence to put their best game on display
April 21, 2024
Blessing Muzarabani the hero, twice, as Zimbabwe win final ODI in Super Over shootout
The visitors have lost the series but the World Cup Super League points still up for grabs
April 21, 2024
Pakistan eye clean sweep; Zimbabwe search for top-order form
Zimbabwe may feel some progress has been made if they don't walk away empty handed
April 21, 2024
DRS: Should Haider Ali have been given out?
What happens when technology and the naked eye contradict each other, as was the case in the second ODI?
April 21, 2024
Iftikhar Ahmed, Babar Azam script series win for Pakistan
Pakistan hand debuts to Muhammad Musa and Haider Ali
April 21, 2024
Expect Pakistan to shake off the rust and hit the next gear in second ODI
Zimbabwe might rue not getting over the line in the first game against an off-colour opposition
April 22, 2024
Brendan Taylor: 'Pakistan's death bowling took game away from us'
Azam lauds Riaz and Afridi, but calls for a better performance on the batting front
April 23, 2024
Shaheen Afridi tops Brendan Taylor to make it 1-0 for Pakistan
International cricket returns to the subcontinent with the first ODI in Rawalpindi
April 24, 2024
Pakistan news
PSL, Zimbabwe games moved from Lahore due to smog
"Cannot compromise on heath of players or officials," says PCB chief executive
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe players, support staff test positive for Covid-19
Pakistan tour unaffected with both players in quarantine at home
April 21, 2024
'Fully fit' Elton Chigumbura targets much-needed return to form in Pakistan
Chigumbura - who has past personal success in Pakistan to draw from - also says Super-League points are on Zimbabwe's mind
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe land in Pakistan but head coach Lalchand Rajput pulls out
The former India batsman did not travel despite getting clearance from Pakistan's foreign office
April 23, 2024
Rawalpindi to host Zimbabwe ODIs, Lahore gets T20Is
The PCB has swapped the venues but the tour dates remain the same
April 21, 2024
Chamu Chibhabha named captain, Blessing Muzarabani also in squad for Pakistan tour
Sean Williams is part of the travelling squad only as a player, while Kyle Jarvis failed to make the cut
April 21, 2024
Lahore to replace Multan as partial host for Zimbabwe tour
Multan was originally scheduled to host the three-match ODI series
April 23, 2024
Blessing Muzarabani set for Zimbabwe return after release by Northamptonshire
Tall fast bowler could be considered for Pakistan tour after return from Kolpak spell
April 21, 2024
Legal battle looms as players seek commercial rights protections from ICC
FICA has written to ICC seeking recompense for players' commercial exploitation with ICC partners
April 21, 2024
Official confirmation of Pakistan tour 'imminent' - ZC chairman Mukuhlani
Zimbabwe Cricket are set to obtain government clearance to visit Pakistan for a limited-overs series next month
April 21, 2024
ECB chairman Colin Graves says ICC can 'recut the pot'
Adds a fresh finance model needed to keep all countries 'sustantainable'
April 22, 2024
Covid-19 impact: Zimbabwe v Afghanistan T20I series called off
The Zimbabwe government has said that that the country is not ready to host visiting teams yet
April 24, 2024
Men's Future Tours Programme
Explainer: Men's ODI World Cup Super League
With a handful of days left for the ODI World Cup Super League, here's all you need to know about it
April 23, 2024
Cricketing heads meet to plot way out of crisis
Thursday's ICC meeting starts contingency planning process
April 21, 2024
ICC expands qualifiers for 2021 T20 World Cup to 16 teams
Rather than scrapping it altogether, the global qualifier field will now be split into two eight-team qualifying tournaments
April 21, 2024
Afghanistan v Zimbabwe, 2019 tri-series, 5th match, Chattogram
Hamilton Masakadza bids farewell with match-winning 71
The Zimbabwe captain's 42-ball knock powered his side to their first-ever T20I victory over Afghanistan
April 23, 2024
Bangladesh T20 tri-series 2019-20
Sikandar Raza out of Zimbabwe T20 squad over disciplinary issues
Focus on young players as Zimbabwe build for the future, say the selectors
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Hamilton Masakadza to retire after T20I tri-series in Bangladesh
Masakadza, 36, was appointed Zimbabwe's captain across formats in February but with the ICC suspending Zimbabwe in July, things have become uncertain
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Former Zimbabwe Cricket chairman Peter Chingoka dies
He was one of the first black Zimbabweans to make his name in cricket, initially as a player and subsequently in administration
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Zimbabwe Under-19s reach South Africa for World Cup preps
Zimbabwe's suspension will be discussed at the ICC board meeting in October
April 23, 2024
Zimbabwe news
What the resolution reached by Zimbabwe Cricket and SRC entails
This is the first step in getting the suspension lifted, but it's not quite a straightforward road yet
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe Cricket directors to be reinstated following court order
The interim committee that was in charge of running cricket in the country has been dissolved
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe to tour Bangladesh for tri-series in September
The series had been in doubt after Zimbabwe were suspended, but a late confirmation from Zimbabwe Cricket has kept it alive
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Zimbabwe players ready to 'play for free but to be paid late'
Their focus is on participating in the men's and women's T20 qualifying tournaments although they've been barred from taking part in those under the terms of their ICC suspension
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Ousted ZC board labels come-to-work order 'reckless and inappropriate'
Their statement said employees not reporting for work from Thursday will have to face "legal" and "disciplinary consequences"
April 23, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Hamilton Masakadza hints at dressing-room rift in letter to sports minister
Masakadza follows women's captain Mary-Anne Musonda in writing to Kirstey Coventry about the human costs of Zimbabwe's suspension
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe news
'Unconditionally' reinstate elected board or risk loss of membership, ICC tells ZC
A failure to reinstate the board could result in the termination of Zimbabwe's ICC membership, the governing body says in its written communication
April 23, 2024
Zimbabwe news
ICC bars four Zimbabwe women cricketers from Global Development Squad
Four cricketers, along with coach Adam Chifo, have been removed from the Global Development Squad that will participate in a series against Kia Super League teams
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Solomon Mire retires from Zimbabwe cricket
More players could follow the allrounder into retirement given ICC's suspension of Zimbabwe
April 21, 2024
ICC suspends Zimbabwe
Sounds like ICC have had enough with Zimbabwe cricket - Grant Flower
"It is a sad day, and maybe some of the players are going to move on."
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Zimbabwe not to travel to Bangladesh for T20I tri-series
The FICA has urged the ICC to consider the effect the suspension will have on Zimbabwe's players who have 'endured years of hardship under the previous board'
April 23, 2024
Zimbabwe news
'Do we just burn our kits and apply for jobs?' - Sikandar Raza
Uncertainty over the duration of the suspension has left players shocked and in despair over their futures, said the Zimbabwe allrounder
April 21, 2024
ICC news
Zimbabwe suspended by ICC over 'government interference'
ICC to withhold funding after Zimbabwe became the first Full Member to be hit with suspension
April 21, 2024
Ireland v Zimbabwe, 2nd T20I, Bready
Ervine, Williams help Zimbabwe level T20I series
Together, the pair added 111, a Zimbabwean record for any wicket in T20Is, in just 10 overs to end a disappointing tour on a high
April 22, 2024
Ireland v Zimbabwe, 2nd T20I, Bready
Paul Stirling hits whirlwind 83* off 36, hands Ireland 1-0 advantage
Craig Ervine and Sean Williams helped Zimbabwe post 132 in the 13-over game, but Ireland won with 2.1 overs to spare
April 22, 2024
Ireland v Zimbabwe, 3rd ODI, Stormont
McCollum and Murtagh seal Ireland's 3-0 sweep
The hosts secured their very first ODI series clean sweep over a fellow Full Member in Stormont
April 24, 2024
Ireland v Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI, Belfast
Tim Murtagh's maiden five-for wraps up series win for Ireland
Fifties from Williams and Burl kept Zimbabwe in the hunt in a chase of 243, but Murtagh picked up wickets at key moments to bowl his side to a narrow victory
April 23, 2024
Ireland v Zimbabwe, 1st ODI, Bready
Andy Balbirnie hundred lifts Ireland to victory and 1-0 series lead
Mark Adair claims four-wicket haul and adds crucial runs as Craig Ervine's ton for Zimbabwe goes in vain
April 23, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Zimbabwe turmoil continues as women's tour of Ireland cancelled
Logistical and financial issues have been cited as reasons, although the parallel men's tour of Ireland will go ahead as planned
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Struggle for control over Zimbabwe Cricket continues
Police were dispatched to secure ZC office in Harare, amid allegations by the SRC that the ousted board has instructed employees to stay away
April 21, 2024
Netherlands v Zimbabwe, 2nd T20I, Rotterdam
Zimbabwe clinch Super Over win to square T20I series in Netherlands
Brendan Taylor and Elton Chigumbura score the big runs before Tendai Chatara does the job with the ball as visitors end tour with their first win
April 25, 2024
Netherlands v Zimbabwe, 1st T20I, Rotterdam
Van der Merwe's 75* off 39 blows Zimbabwe away
He walked in after Netherlands lost two wickets for three runs. He walked back with his highest T20I score and the biggest hand in a thumping victory
April 21, 2024
Netherlands v Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI, Deventer
Van der Merwe, Edwards and Seelaar seal Netherlands' highest ODI chase
Netherlands were 167 for 5. They had never chased a target as big as 291 in ODI cricket. Fast forward to the 49th over and they were gifted the winning run off a wide
April 25, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Entire Zimbabwe Cricket board, acting MD Givemore Makoni suspended
Decision by the government's Sports and Recreation Commission a reaction to violation of the ZC constitution and 'various other controversies'
April 21, 2024
Netherlands v Zimbabwe, 1st ODI, Deventer
O'Dowd's debut fifty helps Netherlands dominate Zimbabwe
Brendan Taylor made 71 off 85 even as wickets kept falling around him but his innings was upstaged later in the day
April 23, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Tavengwa Mukuhlani's re-election puts Zimbabwe Cricket in conflict with government body
The Sports and Recreation Commission has issued a directive that ZC's Elective Annual General Meeting - at which the chairman's tenure was extended - be suspended
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe tour of Netherlands 2019
Brendan Taylor, Hamilton Masakadza back in Zimbabwe squad
Uncapped left-arm spinner Ainsley Ndlovu was retained in the squad as the lone frontline spinner
April 24, 2024
Zimbabwe tour of Netherlands 2019
Netherlands recall Vivian Kingma, Bas de Leede for Zimbabwe series
Roelof van der Merwe and Paul van Meekeren have also been named in the 13-man side, while Ryan ten Doeschate wasn't available due to his county commitments
April 23, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Brendan Taylor's wife mugged outside their home in Harare
Taylor posted about the incident via his Twitter account, saying she only lost her handbag but it could've been worse
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v UAE, 4th ODI, Harare
Kyle Jarvis, Timycen Maruma star as Zimbabwe wrap up 4-0 whitewash
Zimbabwe chased a revised target after a two-hour rain delay and clinched a three-wicket win via the DLS method
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v UAE, 3rd ODI, Harare
Sean Williams ton powers Zimbabwe to series win
UAE's top order flounders with no batsman crossing 50, legspinner Ryan Burl finishes with career-best figures
April 22, 2024
Zimbabwe v UAE, 2nd ODI, Harare
'Disappointed, but the correct decision' - UAE coach on bad light call-off
Dougie Brown reflects on poor finish to their batting as one of the turning points
April 22, 2024
Zimbabwe v UAE, 2nd ODI, Harare
Bad light thwarts UAE's push for Zimbabwe upset
UAE scythe through top order, before Chakabva and Moor thwart them in an unbroken 93-run stand to take an unassailable lead
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v UAE, 1st ODI, Harare
Tendai Chatara and Craig Ervine lead Zimbabwe into 1-0 lead
UAE were bowled out for 110 in the first match of their maiden ODI tour of a Full Member nation
April 21, 2024
UAE tour of Zimbabwe 2018-19
UAE have Graeme Cremer to turn to on historic tour of Zimbabwe
The series starting April 10 in Harare will be UAE's first bilateral ODI series against a Test-playing nation
April 21, 2024
UAE in Zimbabwe 2019
Injuries rule Hamilton Masakadza, Brendan Taylor out of UAE ODI series
The pair have not recovered from injuries sustained in February, and Peter Moor will lead Zimbabwe in the four ODIs against UAE
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Zimbabwe board and players rally for victims of Cyclone Idai
Zimbabwe Cricket donating towards rescue and relief efforts following cyclone in which estimated 2.6 million affected
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Brendan Taylor, uncapped trio in 27-man Zimbabwe training squad
No room for Cephas Zhuwao, Wellington Masakadza and Tarisai Musakanda in the group, which will be trimmed for the four-ODI series against the UAE
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Zimbabwe to break cricket hiatus with series against UAE
The five-match ODI home series will be followed by visits to Netherlands and Ireland in June and July
April 21, 2024
Glory against all odds - six times the underdogs had all the fun
India's triumph in the 1983 World Cup, South Africa's ambush of England in 1905-06, Sri Lanka's other fairy tale and more
April 22, 2024
Women's World T20 2018 news
Langton Rusere first Zimbabwean umpire to stand in global tournament final
This is the fifth global tournament at which he has now officiated, having also taken part in the World Cup Qualifier 2018 and the Under-19 World Cup in New Zealand earlier this year
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 2nd Test, 5th day, Dhaka
Zimbabwe's fight a big takeaway for satisfied Masakadza
The Zimbabwe captain praised the team for doing well in conditions where better teams have struggled
April 23, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 2nd Test, Mirpur, 5th day
Bangladesh level series with Mehidy Hasan's five-for
The Zimbabwe batsman held fort but Bangladesh bowled with purpose to nip out two wickets and inch closer to a series-levelling win
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 2nd Test, Mirpur, 4th day
Did Bangladesh choose the safer option by batting again?
Why did Bangladesh not enforce the follow-on? it may have been because of lack of confidence in their batsmen or because they wanted Zimbabwe to bat last
April 24, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 2nd Test, Dhaka, 4th day
Coach Rajput offers Zimbabwe a blueprint for survival
As Zimbabwe face a mammoth task of batting out the fifth day to save a Test match in Dhaka, Lalchand Rajput turned to recent history for an example of what is required
April 23, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 2nd Test, Mirpur, 4th day
Mahmudullah century leaves Zimbabwe with herculean task
Duo's unbroken 53-run stand takes lead towards 300 after Zimbabwe's seamers cut through the top-order
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 2nd Test, Dhaka, Day 3
Getting a hundred in these conditions very rewarding - Taylor
Having given away his wicket cheaply in both innings in Sylhet, he adopted a more resolute approach in Dhaka and scored his first Test ton away from home
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 2nd Test, Mirpur, 3rd day
Taijul's five-for gives Bangladesh 218-run lead
Brian Chari brought up his second Test fifty, but Bangladesh's spinners chipped away at the Zimbabwe line-up with two wickets to affirm their ascendancy
April 23, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 2nd Test, Dhaka, Day 2
'Game is still evenly poised' - Zimbabwe fielding coach Makunura
Although they face a massive deficit, Shepherd Makunura wanted his batsmen to learn from Mushfiqur Rahim and Mominul Haque and fight back in Dhaka
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 2nd Test, Mirpur, 2nd day
Chatara stretchered off with suspected quadriceps tear
A Zimbabwe Cricket spokesperson confirmed that the fast bowler had suffered a Grade 2 tear on his left quadriceps muscle, after he had pulled up while running in to bowl on the second morning
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 2nd Test, Mirpur
Mushfiqur Rahim's record double-hundred underpins Bangladesh's dominance
The batting pair only took 62 runs from the first session, but more importantly, they did not allow Zimbabwe a breakthrough
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 2nd Test, Mirpur, 1st day
Mominul Haque, Mushfiqur Rahim score tons to give Bangladesh first-day honours
The hosts left out Nazmul Hossain Shanto, Nazmul Islam and Abu Jayed, while Zimbabwe brought in Donald Tiripano for Wellington Masakadza
April 23, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 2nd Test, Mirpur
Zimbabwe's shot at rare away series win
Bangladesh have failed to score more than 200 in their last eight Test innings. Can they end that streak in Mirpur?
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 1st Test, Sylhet, 4th day
A glimmer of light amid Zimbabwe's existential gloom
They lost a piece of their future when they failed, agonisingly, to qualify for the World Cup. With their performance in Sylhet, they have gained a little piece back
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 1st Test, Sylhet, 4th day
Six decisive factors in Zimbabwe's famous win
Several different things - from the toss to various on-field performances - fell in place for the visitors in Sylhet
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 1st Test, Sylhet, 4th day
Eight months on from World Cup heartbreak, Zimbabwe believe again
Sikandar Raza says the pain of failing to qualify for the 2019 World Cup will never fully go away, but hopes the Sylhet Test win will be the first step towards easing it
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 1st Test, Sylhet, 4th day
Rare away win for Zimbabwe; Bangladesh's below-200 rut
A first Test win away from home for Zimbabwe in 17 years, Bangladesh's endless batting woes in the format and other statistical highlights from the Sylhet Test
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 1st Test, Sylhet, 4th day
Zimbabwe storm to first away Test win in 17 years
The offspinner took three wickets during the course of a marathon 17-over spell to dent Bangladesh's hopes
April 23, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 1st Test, Sylhet, 3rd day
Coach Lalchand Rajput not surprised by Zimbabwe's Test-match showing
He has warned his players that Bangladesh could yet make a strong tilt for their target of 321, and told them not to let their shoulder drop if a partnership develops
April 24, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 1st Test, Sylhet, 3rd day
Taijul finishes with 11-for, Bangladesh need 321 to win
Zimbabwe extended their lead to 230 runs after they reached 91 for 2 against Bangladesh in the first session of the third day
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 1st Test, Sylhet, 2nd day
Chatara and Jarvis have 'synergy' - Zimbabwe bowling coach
Together against Bangladesh, Chatara and Jarvis produced a combined effect greater than the sum of their separate parts
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 1st Test, Sylhet, 2nd day
Chatara, Raza bowl Zimbabwe to 139-run lead
Taijul added four wickets in the morning, the last two of them coming off consecutive deliveries, to leave him on a hat-trick in the visitors' second innings, as Zimbabwe lost their last five wickets for 46 runs
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 1st Test, Sylhet, 1st day
Sean Williams' patience pays off in style
Form for on his side coming into the Test, and a resolute Williams made the most of it in a typically gutsy innings
April 24, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 1st Test, Sylhet, 1st day
Sean Williams' 88 keeps Zimbabwe fighting on attritional day
While Bangladesh handed debuts to Ariful Haque and Nazmul Islam, the visitors gave debut caps to spinners Brandon Mavuta and Wellington Masakadza
April 21, 2024
Bangaldesh v Zimbabwe, 1st Test, Sylhet
Yet another daunting challenge for fumbling Zimbabwe
While they won't have to contend with Shakib this time, Zimbabwe still face an uphill task as a confident Bangladesh pursue their first Test victory this year
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 1st Test, Sylhet
Isam: What's the point of the Bangladesh-Zimbabwe Test series?
Bangladesh are in World-Cup mode. Zimbabwe are happy to get a spot of Test cricket, but are unlikely to prove the sturdiest of opponents. What do the teams or Test cricket gain out of this series?
April 24, 2024
BCB XI v Zimbabweans, warm-up match, 3rd day, Chittagong
Hamilton Masakadza, Sikandar Raza take small positives from rain-hit match
Only 66 overs were possible across the three days of the Zimbabweans' only warm-up match before the Test series
April 23, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 3rd ODI, Chittagong
Williams frustrated by Zimbabwe's string of losses
Zimbabwe have not won a game since March, and their last three one-day series against Pakistan, South Africa and Bangladesh have all resulted in whitewashes
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 3rd ODI, Chittagong
Imrul, Soumya centuries seal 3-0 sweep
Hamilton Masakadza lost his third toss of the series, and Zimbabwe were asked to bat first in the dead rubber in Chittagong
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 3rd ODI, Chittagong
Zimbabwe seek favourable end to rough month
Sitting on a 12-match losing streak, including clean sweeps at the hands of Pakistan and South Africa, the visiting team will be keen to prove its worth ahead of the Tests
April 23, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI, Chittagong
'There's a long way left for me' - Saifuddin
He said that he wanted to "show something" since he was playing in place of Rubel Hossain
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI, Chittagong
Saifuddin, openers help Bangladesh clinch series
Zimbabwe brought in Elton Chigumbura in place of Craig Ervine in a must-win match
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI, Chittagong
'Big score coming soon' - Coach Rajput on Zimbabwe's batsmen
Zimbabwe are having trouble closing out games, according to their head coach, but he's backing them to deliver in the second ODI against Bangladesh
April 24, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI, Chittagong
Mashrafe Mortaza promises to back Fazle Mahmud despite duck on debut
The hosts are looking to clinch a series-winning victory in Chittagong on Wednesday, but their captain remained keen on trying out young players for the second ODI
April 25, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI, Chittagong
Eyeing series win, Bangladesh seek top-order solidity
Zimbabwe have been somewhat unsettled, and they'll need their batsmen to come good in a must-win second ODI
April 23, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 1st ODI, Mirpur
'Fine lines' cost Zimbabwe - Hamilton Masakadza
Zimbabwe's captain felt the result could have been different had a couple of moments - including the third umpire adjudging Saifuddin not out when Ervine claimed a low catch - gone his side's way
April 24, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 1st ODI, Mirpur
Imrul 144 gives Bangladesh emphatic win
Sikandar Raza returns for Zimbabwe after mending contractual differences with the board, while Cephas Zhuwao replaces Solomon Mire
April 24, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 1st ODI, Mirpur
Zimbabwe seek ODI turnaround against depleted Bangladesh
With Bangladesh walking wounded in the absence of two of their seniormost players in Tamim Iqbal and Shakib Al Hasan, Zimbabwe may sense an opportunity
April 23, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, 1st ODI, Dhaka
'Used to the unpredictability of Mirpur pitch' - Mashrafe
In the last three years, teams have struggled to push the scoring rate under lights thus making it more favourable for teams batting first
April 21, 2024
BCB XI v Zimbabweans, Tour Match
Soumya Sarkar, pacers crush Zimbabweans
Only Hamilton Masakadza looked in touch with a steady century while the rest of the batting order crumbled
April 24, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, 3rd T20I, Benoni
Incessant rain forces washout of final South Africa-Zimbabwe T20I
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, 3rd T20I, Benoni
South Africa could rest du Plessis for final T20I
Zimbabwe's batting has let them down on the tour so far, while the home side have gained valuable insights into their bench strength
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, 2nd T20I, Potchefstroom
Bowlers set up crushing win as South Africa seal series
Heinrich Klaasen and JP Duminy slotted back into the middle order, while Robbie Frylinck and Dane Paterson came in lower down for the home team
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, 2nd T20I, Potchefstroom
Can Zimbabwe batsmen back their bowlers to end losing streak?
South Africa will be watching their new batsmen keenly after their top and middle order was patchy in the initial ODIs
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, 1st T20I, East London
Tahir five-for and van der Dussen's debut fifty keep Zimbabwe winless
Zimbabwe bring in Chibhabha, Musakanda, Chisoro and Mpofu from their last T20I encounter
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, 1st T20I, East London
Can South Africa crack code T20 with a bolstered line-up?
South Africa have lost more T20Is than they have won in the last two years, cycling through four captains and no less than 28 players
April 23, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, 3rd ODI, Paarl
Dale Steyn and Kagiso Rabada complete South Africa's 3-0 whitewash of Zimbabwe
Left-arm wristspinner Tabraiz Shamsi and fast bowler Kagiso Rabada also returned to the hosts' XI
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, 3rd ODI, Paarl
Onus on South Africa's batsmen to settle into 'Vision 2019'
Time is running out for Elgar, Hendricks and Zondo to make their mark, especially now that du Plessis has recovered from injury
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI, Bloemfontein
South Africa's record-winning streak, Tahir's hat-trick, and Steyn's maiden fifty
Stats highlights from the second ODI between South Africa and Zimbabwe
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI, Bloemfontein
Erratic Bloemfontein pitch could find itself in the dock
This isn't the first time the surface at the Mangaung Oval has come in for criticism
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI, Bloemfontein
Steyn's all-round show, Tahir hat-trick flatten Zimbabwe
Khaya Zondo has replaced the injured Wiaan Mulder, while Zimbabwe have brought in Donald Tiripano's medium pace for Wellington Masakadza's left-arm spin
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI, Bloemfontein
South Africa, Zimbabwe look to solve middle-order issues
They could be helped by a batting-friendly pitch in Bloemfontein, where England smashed 399 for 9 in February 2016
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, 1st ODI, Kimberley
Dale Steyn directs, Lungi Ngidi delivers
Ngidi tipped his hat to Dale Steyn, who didn't play the opening ODI but is in the squad and seems to be embracing the mentor role envisioned by the coach
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, 1st ODI, Kimberley
Bowlers, Klaasen take South Africa to five-wicket win
Christiaan Jonker handed an ODI debut, while Imran Tahir returned after being rested for the Sri Lanka tour
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, 1st ODI, Kimberley
Injury-hit SA work towards Mission 2019 against 'rough diamonds' Zimbabwe
The three-match ODI series kicks off in Kimberley, with the hosts taking on a rejuvenated Zimbabwe side boosted by the return of three key players
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 5th ODI, Bulawayo
Fakhar fastest to 1000 ODI runs, scores 515 in last five innings
Pakistan's top-order rewrote the record books even as Fakhar Zaman became the quickest to 1000 ODI runs
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 5th ODI, Bulawayo
Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam tons help Pakistan rout Zimbabwe 5-0
Zimbabwe, meanwhile, brought back Christopher Mpofu and Liam Roche
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 4th ODI, Bulawayo
Fakhar Zaman and Imam-ul-Haq smash records in Bulawayo
Fakhar Zaman became Pakistan's first double-centurion while putting on the highest ever opening stand by any team
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 4th ODI, Bulawayo
Fakhar's 210* secures Pakistan's 244-run win
After Pakistan's crushing win in the third game that wrapped up the series, the visitors go into this one with an unchanged line-up, while Zimbabwe hand a debut to Kamunhukamwe
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 4th ODI, Bulawayo
Pakistan look for fourth straight win over dispirited Zimbabwe
The hosts are looking to avoid a repeat of the chastening defeat in the third ODI, in which they were bowled out for 67
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 3rd ODI, Bulawayo
Faheem five-for razes Zimbabwe in record win
Zimbabwe make four changes to the side that lost by nine-wickets two days ago
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 3rd ODI, Bulawayo
Pakistan aim to seal series against depleted Zimbabwe
Pakistan will once more be overwhelming favourites, with victory wrapping up the five-match series at the earliest possible opportunity
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 2nd ODI, Bulawayo
Fakhar Zaman 117* as Pakistan cruise to big win
Pakistan too don't make any changes and stick with the four-pronged pace attack
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 2nd ODI, Bulawayo
Humbled Zimbabwe yearn for validation against mighty Pakistan
A result margin of 201 runs has strengthened the perception of the mismatch between the two sides, but Zimbabwe have nothing to lose, which could prove to be their biggest weapon
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 1st ODI, Bulawayo
Imam's 128 leads Pakistan to first ODI win in 2018
The home side has handed debuts to wicketkeeper Ryan Murray and offspinner Liam Roche
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 1st ODI, Bulawayo
Buoyant Pakistan overwhelming favourites against depleted Zimbabwe
Pakistan will be heavily favoured to break their ODI duck this year at the Queen's Sports Club in Bulawayo
April 24, 2024
Zimbabwe v Australia, T20 tri-series, Harare
Coach Rajput commends Zimbabwe for taking it to the last over
Despite remaining winless in the tri-series, the Zimbabwe head coach is confident the team's resilience in their last two matches will hold them in good stead
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Australia, T20 Tri-Series, Harare
Maxwell, Head bail Australia out in thrilling finish
Jack Wildermuth, the Queensland allrounder, has replaced D'Arcy Short in Australia's XI, while the legspin-bowling allrounder Brandon Mavuta has come in for Tendai Chisoro
April 24, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, T20 tri-series, Harare
Mire comes full circle with career best at home ground
Solomon Mire, who broke the record for the highest individual score by a Zimbabwean in T20I cricket, said he wasn't distracted by the prospect of reaching a century
April 25, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, T20 Tri-Series, Harare
Zimbabwe knocked out despite Solomon Mire's 94
Haris Sohail has come in for Mohammad Hafeez, while Zimbabwe have brought in Malcolm Waller, Wellington Masakadza and Chris Mpofu
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Australia, T20 tri-series, Harare
Long-suffering Zimbabwe fans turn on team, ZC - but Aaron Finch wins support
Zimbabwe fans at Harare Sports Club were seen cheering on Aaron Finch after expressing their dissatisfaction with the home team
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Australia, 3rd T20I, Tri-series, Harare
Finch fury in Harare
A record partnership of 223 and a record T20I individual score of 172 - Aaron Finch and D'Arcy Short made a light snack of the Zimbabwean attack in the tri-series
April 24, 2024
Zimbabwe v Australia, 3rd T20I, Harare
Finch record 172 in Australia's biggest T20I win
Kyle Jarvis dropped out of the Zimbabwe XI with a broken finger, with his place taken by Chris Mpofu. Australia were unchanged
April 22, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Jarvis taken for X-rays on bowling hand
It is suspected the fast bowler may have broken his thumb going for a catch at the long-on boundary
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, T20I tri-series, 1st match, Harare
Fakhar, Asif lead rout of Zimbabwe in tri-series opener
Pakistan have gone in for an almost full-strength side, apart from bringing in Usman Khan for Mohammad Amir
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe T20I tri-series
Calm Masakadza turns focus back on the cricket
The newly appointed Zimbabwe captain says he will try to block out all of his side's off-field troubles in the tri-series against Pakistan and Australia
April 23, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, T20I tri-series, Harare
Crisis-ridden Zimbabwe can't expect sympathy
A side missing as many as five frontline players for various reasons will run into the format's No. 1 side
April 21, 2024
World Cup Qualifier 2018, Harare
Guys are shattered in the change room - Cremer
With his team's World Cup dreams all but shattered, a devastated Zimbabwe captain lamented the two missed opportunities to qualify against West Indies and UAE
April 21, 2024
World Cup Qualifier 2018, Harare
UAE all but end Zimbabwe's World Cup dream
Chasing 230 in 40 overs in a rain-affected match, Zimbabwe went into the last over needing 15, but managed only 11
April 21, 2024
West Indies v Zimbabwe, World Cup Qualifiers, Harare
Holder, Samuels take West Indies closer to World Cup
Brendan Taylor's belligerent century went in vain as West Indies recorded their fifth-highest successful chase in ODI history
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Ireland, World Cup qualifier, Super Sixes, Harare
Sikandar Raza and spinners subdue Ireland
The batsman overcame a slow pitch and disciplined attack to haul the hosts from 139 for 7 to 211 for 9
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Scotland, World Cup qualifier, Bulawayo
Zimbabwe 'dodged a bullet there' - Cremer
Graeme Cremer accepted that Scotland had the game in the bag before Blessing Muzarabani took the last wicket standing to seal a tie
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Scotland, World Cup qualifier, Bulawayo
Muzarabani holds nerve to give Zimbabwe thrilling tie
With one to defend off the last over, the seamer started with a wide but then had Scotland's No. 11 Brad Wheal caught behind with his next delivery to spark wild celebrations
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Hong Kong, World Cup Qualifiers, Bulawayo
Zimbabwe make it three wins in three
Despite stalling late in their innings, Zimbabwe put up a total that proved to be well out of Hong Kong's reach
April 24, 2024
Zimbabwe v Afghanistan, World Cup Qualifier, Group B
Zimbabwe hang on to clinch two-run thriller
Afghanistan were cruising in their chase of 197 but then they collapsed, before their last wicket took them within touching distance of victory. But it wasn't to be.
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Nepal, World Cup Qualifier, Group B, Bulawayo
Raza, Taylor tons power Zimbabwe to massive win
The pair added 173 for the fifth wicket to drive the hosts to a total of 380 for 6; Raza followed up with three wickets to help wrap up a 116-run win
April 21, 2024
World Cup Qualifier 2018
Zimbabwe's last big job
The World Cup Qualifier at home presents an opportunity for several senior players to sign their careers off with one last hurrah
April 21, 2024
Afghanistan v Zimbabwe, 5th ODI, Sharjah
Rashid Khan, top order give Afghanistan 4-1 series win
Fifties from Javed Ahmadi and Rahmat Shah, and the all-round brilliance of Rashid Khan, consigned Zimbabwe to a 146-run loss
April 23, 2024
Afghanistan v Zimbabwe, 4th ODI, Sharjah
Mujeeb's maiden five-for seals Afghanistan's series win
The mystery spinner did the bulk of the damage as Zimbabwe collapsed to 134 all out. It only took Afghanistan 21.1 overs to chase that down without loss, with Mohammad Shahzad and Ihsanullah making unbeaten half-centuries
April 25, 2024
Afghanistan v Zimbabwe, Sharjah, 3rd ODI
Rashid's five-wicket haul dismantles Zimbabwe
The legspinner's variations skittled Zimbabwe for 154 in 34.3 overs, after which Rahmat Shah and Nasir Jamal secured the chase with fifties each
April 21, 2024
Afghanistan v Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI, Sharjah
Taylor's first ton after return levels series
In a direct reversal of the first ODI, Zimbabwe piled on 333 for 5 before wiping out Afghanistan for 179 to consign them to their second-biggest ODI defeat
April 21, 2024
Afghanistan v Zimbabwe, 1st ODI, Sharjah
Afghanistan reach new heights with Rahmat Shah's century
Continuing their dominance over Zimbabwe, Afghanistan piled up their second-highest ODI total of 333 with Rahmat Shah's 114 off 110 balls the centerpiece of a resounding victory
April 21, 2024
Afghanistan v Zimbabwe, 2nd T20I, Sharjah
Rashid, Mujeeb combine to secure 2-0 victory
Sikandar Raza's 26-ball 40 was not good enough as Zimbabwe lost for the second night in a row in Sharjah
April 24, 2024
Afghanistan v Ireland, 1st ODI, Sharjah
Rashid trips up Zimbabwe, Nabi seals the deal
An all-round effort from the bowlers restricted Zimbabwe to a below-par score in Sharjah, following which Nabi's 27-ball blitz ensured Afghanistan chased the target down with more than five overs to spare
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, tri-series, Mirpur, January 23, 2018
'Hopefully Bangladesh can do us a favour' - Jarvis
With his team slipping to third after a 91-run loss, Kyle Jarvis hoped Bangladesh could beat Sri Lanka comfortably in the final league game and brighten Zimbabwe's chances of qualifying for the final
April 24, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, Tri-nation series, Mirpur
Shakib, Tamim lead Bangladesh's rout of Zimbabwe
Bangladesh captain Mashrafe Mortaza decided to bat against Zimbabwe who face a must-win game to qualify for the tri-series final
April 24, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, tri-nation series, Mirpur
Zimbabwe need remedy for frail middle order
They stand one win away from making the tri-nation series final, but to achieve that on Tuesday, against the in-form Bangladesh side, their batsmen need to step up
April 23, 2024
Namibia v Zimbabwe, Under-19 World Cup, 9th place play-off, Lincoln
Zimbabwe knock Namibia out for 113 and win
Wesley Madhevere was the pick of Zimbabwe's performers, taking 2 for 11 and striking 47 off 38 balls
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, tri-nation series, Mirpur
Chandimal wants more from his batsmen
Sri Lanka's stand-in captain was pleased to take points from the game, but felt his side could have taken the bonus point too if only his batsmen did not waste the starts they got
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, tri-series, Mirpur
Thisara Perera's all-round brilliance keeps Sri Lanka alive
Zimbabwe chose to bat on a fresh Mirpur surface expected to favour batting, with their captain Graeme Cremer expecting the surface to get more difficult to score on as the game progresses
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Tri-nation series, Mirpur
Bruised Sri Lanka battle to stay alive
Sri Lanka's dire start to the new year has made Zimbabwe unlikely favourites, and another defeat will see Dinesh Chandimal's team crash out of the tri-series
April 25, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Tri-nation series, Mirpur
Ervine credits Vikings for Raza's hot streak
Sri Lanka must contend with Sikandar Raza's contentment in Bangladesh conditions after his success in the BPL
April 21, 2024
India U-19s v Zimbabwe U-19s, ICC Under-19 World Cup, Group B, Mount Maunganui
Gill, spinners lead rout of Zimbabwe
India sealed a comprehensive 10-wicket win against Zimbabwe to maintain an all-win record in the group stages and will play their knockout clash, in all likelihood against Bangladesh, in Queenstown on January 26
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v Sri Lanka, 2nd match, Bangladesh Tri-Nation Series, Mirpur
'This team is a band of brothers' - Raza
The Zimbabwe allrounder, who followed an unbeaten 81 with ten tight overs and two vital catches in a 12-run win against Sri Lanka, believes consistency in selection has boosted the team's confidence in their ability
April 25, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Tri-nation series, Mirpur
Zimbabwe overcome Thisara blitz in thrilling win
Zimbabwe meanwhile have gone with the same line-up that lost to Bangladesh by eight wickets on Monday
April 24, 2024
Australia v Zimbabwe, Under-19 World Cup, Group B, Lincoln
Australia breeze past Zimbabwe to improve quarter-final chances
Their victory was set up by new-ball quick Xavier Bartlett, who knocked over the top three Zimbabwe batsmen inside 11 overs
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh tri-nation series 2018
Zimbabwe look to revive happy times against Sri Lanka
Zimbabwe have already lost one game in this series, but they have good memories from their last meeting against Sri Lanka to draw inspiration from
April 21, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, tri-series, Mirpur
Shakib credits success against Zimbabwe to left-arm spin
Zimbabwe captain Graeme Cremer said that losing two wickets in the first over hurt the visitors' chances in the tournament opener in Mirpur
April 23, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, Tri-series, Mirpur
Shakib and Tamim brush aside Zimbabwe
Chasing seems a sound decision given the cold climate in Dhaka, with a bit of fog still engulfing the ground
April 25, 2024
Bangladesh v Zimbabwe, Tri-series, Mirpur
Home comforts await Bangladesh in post-Hathurusingha era
The ODI side has been on tour since October 2016, and though they would relish the chance to play in conditions they are far more familiar with, they would do well not to underestimate Zimbabwe
April 23, 2024
PNG v Zimbabwe, Under-19 World Cup 2018, Group B, Lincoln
PNG crash to 95 all out in heavy defeat
Papua New Guinea threw away a solid start by losing all of their wickets for only 54 runs as their Under-19 World campaign began with a 10-wicket drubbing at the hands of Zimbabwe in Lincoln
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, four-day Test, Port Elizabeth
Four-day format 'encourages positive cricket' - de Villiers
The Port Elizabeth Test didn't even get to its scheduled halfway point, but it still gave players from both sides enough time to form opinions about four-day Test cricket and playing under lights with the pink ball
April 24, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, four-day Test, Port Elizabeth, 2nd day
'We need to get used to seam and bounce' - Cremer
Coach Heath Streak, meanwhile, has said Zimbabwe, if they are to play Tests at all, will need to play 'more than three or four a year'
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, only Test, Port Elizabeth, 2nd day
Second-shortest Test in the last 50 years
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, four-day Test, Port Elizabeth, 2nd day
South Africa wrap up four-day Test in two days
Morne Morkel bagged his seventh five-wicket haul in Test cricket, and his first in five years, as South Africa bowled Zimbabwe out for 68 on the second day of the four-day, day-night Test in Port Elizabeth
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, only Test, Port Elizabeth
Markram's record-breaking start
Stats highlights from the first day of the one-off Test between South Africa and Zimbabwe
April 22, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, only Test, Port Elizabeth, 1st day
Markram and Morkel put South Africa in charge
Ryan Burl and Blessing Muzarabani make their Test debuts as Zimbabwe name an aggressive XI with three fast bowlers and two legspinners
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, one-off Test, Port Elizabeth
Du Plessis ruled out of four-day Test, de Villiers to lead
Faf du Plessis' return to cricket after back and shoulder injuries has been delayed by a viral infection
April 21, 2024
South Africa v Zimbabwe, four-day Test, Port Elizabeth
South Africa and Zimbabwe plunge into the unknown
Four days, floodlights, pink ball - on Boxing Day, Port Elizabeth will witness a Test match like none before
April 21, 2024
CSA Invitation XI v Zimbabwe, warm-up game, 2nd day, Paarl
Williams leaves Zimbabwe on the edge; Bavuma, Galiem hit fifties
Lizaad Williams' second three-wicket haul in two days left Zimbabweans reeling with a measly lead of 29 in their only warm-up fixture ahead of the inaugural four-day Test
April 21, 2024
CSA Invitation XI v Zimbabwe, warm-up game, Paarl
Steyn wicket-less in first-class return
Zimbabwe were bowled out for 196 in the warm-up game in Paarl, with Hamilton Masakadza top-scoring with 79
April 24, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 2nd Test, Bulawayo
'Pitch was better than we thought' - Cremer
The Zimbabwe captain said his side could have made a sporting declaration but "it was probably not a wicket where you can bowl a side out in 30 overs"
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 2nd Test, Bulawayo, 5th day
Streak, Law call for 'more than two reviews' per innings
Debate heats up after both West Indies and Zimbabwe were denied crucial wickets because of lack of reviews in Bulawayo Test
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 2nd Test, Bulawayo, 5th day
Cremer, Chakabva script Zimbabwe's great escape
Sikandar Raza was out for 89, but that was the only Zimbabwe wicket to fall as Graeme Cremer and Regis Chakabva blocked their way till tea to keep the hosts' hope for a draw alive
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 2nd Test, Bulawayo, 4th day
Streak laments Zimbabwe's missed opportunity
From allowing Jason Holder and Shane Dowrich to put on 212 for the eighth wicket to the soft dismissals of Solomon Mire and Craig Ervine, day four in Bulawayo didn't go to plan for the hosts
April 21, 2024
Zim v WI, 2nd Test, Bulawayo, 4th day
Dowrich and Holder emulate 109-year-old feat
West Indies' innings is only the second in Test history with hundreds from two batsmen batting at No. 8 or lower
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 2nd Test, Bulawayo, 4th day
Raza, Moor help Zimbabwe battle into fifth day
The pair's record 212-run stand for the eighth-wicket helps West Indies power ahead by 122
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 2nd Test, Bulawayo, 3rd day
'Proud' Raza steps up as allrounder
After his fighting first-innings 80, Raza picked up his maiden Test five-for and said he was both proud and humbled by the achievement
April 23, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 2nd Test, Bulawayo, 3rd day
Holder, Dowrich drive West Indies into the ascendancy
Three wickets on the third morning helped Zimbabwe reassert themselves in the field, in second Test in Bulawayo
April 23, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 2nd Test, Bulawayo, 2nd day
You have to bowl slow to get wickets - Chisoro
Most of the left-arm spinner's success has come because he bowls flat and quick, but on Test debut, he realised he needed to change his ways
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 2nd Test, Bulawayo, 2nd day
Powell, spinners gives West Indies slight advantage
West Indies wrested the advantage away from Zimbabwe after taking three quick wickets, including that of Hamilton Masakadza for 147, to give the visitors the upper hand at lunch
April 25, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 2nd Test, Bulawayo, 1st day
'Had hoped if I got another start, I would push through' - Masakadza
The Zimbabwe opener revived Zimbabwe with Peter Moor, who was "quite surprised to be in the XI" after Sean Williams pulled up unwell
April 25, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 2nd Test, Bulawayo, 1st day
Masakadza's hundred lights up rain-hit day
Zimbabwe were also without allrounder Sean Williams, who was unwell, according to captain Graeme Cremer. Tendai Chisoro made his Test debut instead
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 2nd Test, Bulawayo
Zimbabwe seek to fix batting issues in bid to draw level
Zimbabwe are often a side that only really gets going a couple of games into a tour and the chastening experience of the first Test will likely spur greater resolve in what is a must-win game if they are to level the series
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 2nd Test, Bulawayo
Cremer targets big runs in the first innings
Zimbabwe's lower-middle order had crumbled twice in the first Test, with nos. 5 - 8 making 36 runs in the first innings and 48 in the second
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 1st Test, 4th day, Bulawayo
West Indies go 1-0 up after Bishoo takes nine
Zimbabwe put a quick end to West Indies' innings in the morning, before going to lunch without losing a wicket
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 1st Test, Bulawayo, 3rd day
Wanted pitch to 'take seam out of the picture' - Jarvis
The Zimbabwe fast bowler said the most the hosts could hope for from the Bulawayo Test was a draw after the patience the West Indies batsmen showed on the third day
April 23, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 1st Test, Bulawayo, 3rd day
Brathwaite and Chase stretch WI's lead to 429
Zimbabwe were not helped by two dropped catches, both off Graeme Cremer's bowling, and West Indies went to lunch at 155 for 2
April 24, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 1st Test, Bulawayo, 2nd day
'Way too many soft dismissals' - Klusener
Zimbabwe's batting coach has said his team's aggressive approach against West Indies' bowlers was planned, but the execution was off
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 1st Test, Bulawayo, 2nd day
Bishoo five-for helps West Indies wrest control
Brendan Taylor fell cheaply upon return to the Zimbabwe fold as West Indies hit back after a steady recovery
April 22, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 1st Test, Bulawayo
Didn't expect so much turn on first day - Sean Williams
Zimbabwe had asked the curator for a spinning track but were surprised at how quickly it came into action
April 24, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 1st Test, Bulawayo, 1st day
Spinners hand opening-day honours to Zimbabwe
Despite early-morning rain in Bulawayo, West Indies captain Jason Holder chose to bat in the first Test
April 25, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 1st Test, Bulawayo
West Indies wary of resurgent Zimbabwe
The return of Brendan Taylor and Kyle Jarvis will strengthen a Zimbabwe side that has already enjoyed a galvanising year, but West Indies' potent pace attack could give them the edge
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe v West Indies, 1st Test, Bulawayo
'We can perform better than we did in Sri Lanka' - Cremer
The Zimbabwe captain also believes the conditions in Bulawayo will negate the threat posed by West Indies' pace attack
April 22, 2024
ZImbabwe A v West Indians, Bulawayo, 3rd day
Fifties for Powell, Kyle Hope help WI dominate final day
April 23, 2024
Zimbabwe A v West Indians, only warm-up, 2nd day, Bulawayo
Gabriel, Cummins warm up with impressive efforts
Fast bowlers shine as West Indians build on a solid batting show in the first innings
April 23, 2024
Zimbabwe A v West Indies, warm-up match, Bulawayo, 1st day
Hope, Chase, Brathwaite tune up with fifties
West Indies kicked off their tour of Zimbabwe with a solid batting performance, putting up 301 for 6 on the first day of their warm-up match in Bulawayo
April 23, 2024
Independence Cup 2017
Security made us feel like in a movie - du Plessis
The World XI captain spoke about how he initially wrestled with the idea of playing in Pakistan, before being put at ease by the comprehensive security arrangements
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, only Test, Colombo, 5th day
Cremer proud despite 'rollercoaster of emotions'
Zimbabwe's captain said the team had chinks to work out - particularly with their bowling - and hoped this performance would get them the regular cricket needed for that
April 23, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, only Test, Colombo, 5th day
Dickwella asked me to keep talking to him - Gunaratne
Asela Gunaratne was the go-to man on Tuesday - for Niroshan Dickwella, with whom he put on 121, and for captain Dinesh Chandimal
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, only Test, Colombo, 5th day
When underdogs came painfully close
In the wake of Zimbabwe's defeat to Sri Lanka, after being in control for the best part of five days, we look at other instances where underdogs have fumbled positions of strength
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, only Test, Colombo, 5th day
Sri Lanka pull off highest successful chase in Asia
Stats highlights from the one-off Test between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe in Colombo, where the hosts chased down 388
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, only Test, Colombo, 5th day
Dickwella, Gunaratne star in record chase
A poor decision from the third umpire, and a 67-run stand between Niroshan Dickwella and Asela Gunaratne ensured Sri Lanka remained in the hunt in a chase of 388
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, only Test, Colombo, 4th day
Karunaratne urges positivity over survival
Seeing out Graeme Cremer and staying positive will reverse a little pressure and bring a mammoth 388 target within reach, according to Dimuth Karunaratne
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, only Test, Colombo, 4th day
Raza credits Klusener for batting revival
Raza also acknowledged continuity, a theory endorsed by head coach Heath Streak and chief selector Tatenda Taibu, for their recent upswing
April 23, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, only Test, Colombo, 4th day
Mendis solid, SL need 218 on final day
Sikandar Raza reached a maiden Test ton and Graeme Cremer made a spirited 35 not out as Zimbabwe marched on to a lead of 350 on the fourth morning of the only Test in Colombo
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, only Test, Colombo, 3rd day
ODI series win helped us mentally - Waller
Malcolm Waller believes confidence bred by the ODI series victory has bled into the Tests as well
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, only Test, Colombo, 3rd day
Pitch eased out during Zimbabwe revival - SL coach
The soft ball turned less sharply off the pitch and the Khettarama surface itself has become easier to bat on, according to Sri Lanka's interim head coach Nic Pothas, thus allowing Zimbabwe's revival
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Only Test, Colombo, 3rd day
Raza and Waller stretch Zimbabwe's lead to 262
Graeme Cremer took figures of 5 for 125 - his maiden five-wicket haul in Tests - to dismiss Sri Lanka for 346
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, only Test, Colombo
SL should have been in a better position - Herath
The left-arm spinner warned that batting last at Khettarama 'won't be easy' and suggested Sri Lanka should have done better with the bat
April 24, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Only Test, Colombo, 2nd day
'Lead will be a bonus' - Streak
With one eye on how difficult it will be to bat in the fourth inning in Colombo, Zimbabwe coach Heath Streak is keen on securing a first-innings lead
April 24, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Only Test, Colombo, 2nd day
Sri Lanka batting lapses give Zimbabwe edge
Zimbabwe could eke out only 12 runs in a little under five overs on the second morning as they were bowled out for 356
April 23, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Only Test, Colombo, 1st day
'Expected little more bounce' - Gurusinha
Sri Lanka's cricket manager Asanka Gurusinha said the team was slightly let down by lack of bounce and slow pace of the the R Premadasa Stadium surface
April 25, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Only Test, Colombo, 1st day
Ervine's 151* headlines Zimbabwe's day
On a Khettarama track expected to be full of runs on the first day, Zimbabwe opted to bat first, influenced by the form of the top order in the preceding ODI series against Sri Lanka
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Only Test, Colombo
Can confident Zimbabwe topple Chandimal's Sri Lanka?
Zimbabwe seem confident about beating Sri Lanka in their backyard for the first time in Tests, but new captain Dinesh Chandimal won't easily let that happen
April 24, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, only Test, Colombo
'Goal is No. 1, but can't do that in a year' - Chandimal
Sri Lanka's new Test captain Dinesh Chandimal's objective is to take a languishing Sri Lanka side to the top of the rankings, but insisted on patience in their climb
April 23, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, only Test, Colombo
Cremer backs Zimbabwe to counter Herath
Rangana Herath had taken 19 wickets in two Tests against Zimbabwe in 2016 - and that was away from home. Now, Zimbabwe have to battle him in his own backyard
April 21, 2024
'A day we won't forget'
Zimbabwe's historic ODI series win in Sri Lanka was celebrated by many in 140 characters including Kumar Sangakkara, who also called for measures to improve Sri Lankan cricket
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, 5th ODI, Hambantota
One of the lowest points in my career - Mathews
Following the 2-3 defeat to Zimbabwe in the home ODI series, the Sri Lanka captain also suggested he will consider stepping down from the captaincy
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, 5th ODI, Hambantota
Zimbabwe end 16-year win drought against Full Member
Before Monday's win against Sri Lanka, the last time Zimbabwe beat a Full Member in a bilateral ODI series was in 2001
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Hambantota, 5th ODI
Four reasons why this is a historic win for Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe's abysmal recent record and Sri Lanka's historic dominance at home didn't stop Graeme Cremer's men from breaking new ground
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, 5th ODI, Hambantota
Raza stars in historic series win
Zimbabwe won the toss and chose to bowl first in the deciding ODI, at Hambantota. The previous four matches in the series have been won by chasing sides
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, 5th ODI, Hambantota
Zimbabwe hold the aces in series decider
With the series drawn level at 2-2, Zimbabwe will look to exploit Sri Lanka's bowling woes, while the hosts will rely on their in-form top order to clinch the series
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Hambantota, 4th ODI
Calm Ervine helps Zimbabwe draw level
Sri Lanka captain Angelo Mathews opted to bat in the fourth ODI against Zimbabwe, handing a debut to 19-year-old fast bowler Asitha Fernando
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, 4th ODI, Hambantota
Zimbabwe need bowling revival to keep series alive
Zimbabwe must now win both remaining matches, if they are to avoid a series defeat, but a newly inspired Sri Lanka top order stands in their way
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, 3rd ODI, Hambantota
Gunathilaka, Dickwella thrash Zimbabwe
Sri Lanka chose to bowl first in the third ODI in Hambantota, picking the same XI that had thrashed Zimbabwe by seven wickets in the second ODI
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, 3rd ODI, Hambantota
Pitch, crosswind challenges for teams in Hambantota
With ODI cricket returning to Hambantota for the first time since 2015, the nature of the pitch for the third ODI between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe remains a mystery
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI, Galle
Cremer rues absence of back-up plan against spin
The Zimbabwe captain was disappointed after a seven wicket defeat to Sri Lanka, saying his batsmen did not adjust to the change in the pitch on Sunday and play more straight-bat shots
April 25, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI, Galle
Hasaranga hat-trick, Sandakan four; Zimbabwe 155
Angelo Mathews chose to bowl citing a preference to chase in case afternoon rains forced a DLS result
April 25, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI, Galle
Sri Lanka seek way out of the abyss
Sri Lanka need to tighten their fielding and take wickets in the middle overs if they are to bounce back from a deflating loss in the first ODI
April 23, 2024
Zimbabwe in Sri Lanka 2017
'Hopefully we'll get more support back home' - Mire
The opener said his Man-of-the-Match effort was "very satisfying" and gave the team confidence that could hopefully rub off on their supporters as well
April 25, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, 1st ODI, Galle
Mathews blames sloppy fielding for another defeat
Three catches were dropped during the innings - two of them off top-scorer Solomon Mire - as Sri Lanka failed to defend a target of 317
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, 1st ODI, Galle
Zimbabwe ace first successful 300-plus chase in Sri Lanka
Solomon Mire, who was the architect of the win, also racked up the fourth fastest ODI century for Zimbabwe
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, 1st ODI, Galle
Mire's maiden ton scripts record chase
Angelo Mathews won the toss and chose to bat first on a Galle surface he expected to be good for batting
April 21, 2024
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, 1st ODI, Galle
Depleted Sri Lanka offer Zimbabwe a glimmer
While the result of a Sri Lanka-Zimbabwe match would be predictable in normal circumstances, the first ODI may give Zimbabwe a chance to break their drought in Sri Lanka
April 21, 2024
Zimbabwe news
Zimbabwe announce bumper domestic season
Zimbabwe's domestic season begins in December and runs until August, with plenty of first-class, List A, Twenty20 and 40-over cricket
April 21, 2024