Zimbabwe have announced their 17-man squad for the upcoming two matches against Afghanistan, which start on December 26. and his first exam of the New Year.
Veteran striker Craig Ervine will lead the side, which has seven uncapped players. The newcomers are opening batsman Ben Curran, middle batsman Johnathan Campbell, wicketkeeper batsmen Tadiwanashe Marumani and Nyasha Mayavo, and pacers Trevor Gwandu, Takudzwa Chataira, and Newman Nyamhuri. Their inclusion reflects Zimbabwe's interest in developing young talent and aligning the team with experienced players.
The first test will be played at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo from December 26, followed by the New Year test which is expected to start on January 2, 2025. The match also marks Zimbabwe's return to playing a Boxing Day match at home for the first time. since 1996, when he met England. Over the years, Zimbabwe have participated in Boxing Day Tests abroad, appearing in New Zealand in 2000 and South Africa in 2017.
The Zimbabwe team has experienced players like Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams, and Blessing Muzarabani, as well as promising new talent. The combination of knowledge and youth is expected to provide a solid foundation for the building as it wants to make the most of its history.
Zimbabwe Squad for Test Series Against Afghanistan:
Craig Ervine (captain), Ben Curran, Brian Bennett, Johnathan Campbell, Takudzwa Chataira, Joylord Gumbie, Trevor Gwandu, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Brandon Mavuta, Nyasha Mayavo, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Raza Jamhuri, Sikandar , Sean Williams.
With the famous Boxing Day Test and the New Year Test just around the corner, Zimbabwean fans are eagerly anticipating an exciting contest as their team takes on Afghanistan at home.