On Monday, November 18, Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) announced the squads for the ODIs and T20Is. series Against Pakistan National Cricket Team.
Craig Ervine will lead the ODI team while Sikandar Raza will captain the T20I team against Pakistan, who will enter the series with 2-1 and 0-3 results in Australia’s ODI and T20I series.
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Pakistan and Zimbabwe will lock horns in 3 ODIs and 3 T20Is
The Pakistan tour of Zimbabwe 2024 will consist of a three-match ODI series and a three-match T20I series. All matches of the series are scheduled to be played at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo.
The first ODI will be played on Sunday, November 24, while the next two matches will be played on Tuesday, November 26 and Thursday, November 28.
Meanwhile, the T20I action will begin on Sunday, December 1. After that, the last two matches will be played on Tuesday, December 3 and Thursday, December 5.
We believe the ODI squad we have selected is an all-rounder – David Mutendera
ODI squad led by Craig Ervine includes Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams, Blessed Muzarabaniand Richard Ngarawa, as well as three wicket-takers, Trevor Gwandu, Tashinga Musekiwa and Tinotenda Maposa.
Speaking about the ODI squad, Zimbabwe’s Convenor of Selectors, David Mutendera, said they have picked an all-round team that can challenge the Men in Green.
“The series against Pakistan is an important platform for Zimbabwe and we believe that the ODI squad we have selected is comprehensive,” he said.
“Having experienced players like Craig, Sikandar and Sean provide stability, while young players like Clive Madande, Brian BennettDion Myers and the uncapped trio bring energy and potential for game-changing moments.
On the T20I side of things, Chevrons will be led by Sikandar Raza and the likes of Ervine, Williams and Joylord Gumbie have been left out.
Talking about the T20I squad, Mutendera said they need continuity, so they have backed most of the players from the previous campaign. He elaborated:
“We felt it was important to keep the same T20I squad that excelled in Kenya. This continuity allows the team to build on the unity and trust that underpins their superior performance.”
“To face a top-class side like Pakistan is a great opportunity to measure our progress and showcase Zimbabwe’s potential on the international stage. We are confident that both our ODI and T20I squads will be competitive.”
Zimbabwe squads for Pakistan series
ODI squad: Craig Ervine (captain), Faraz Akram, Brian Bennett, Joylord Gumbi, Trevor Gwandu, Clive Madande, Tinotende Maposa, Tadiwanashe Marumani, The Brandon ProblemTashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams.
T20I Squad: Sikandar Raza (captain), Faraz Akram, Brian Bennett, Ryan Burle, Trevor Gwandu, Clive Madande, Wesley Madhevere, Tinotene Maposa, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Brandon Mavuta, Tashinga Musekiva, N. Myzaravagar, Blessingard
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