Players for the long-awaited draft Zim Afro T10 league took place recently, where six franchises built strong and balanced squads for the second season of the tournament. The league will kick off on September 21 and conclude with the grand final in Harare on September 29. With top international stars and a fast-paced T10 format, Zim Afro T10 2024 is expected to deliver exciting cricketing action.
The star-studded lineups have been announced
Several well-known international players were signed directly by franchises in the draft, including a former Australian player. David WarnerThe Sri Lankan all-rounder Charith AsalankaWest Indies veteran Carlos Brathwaiteand New Zealand comprehensive James Neesham. Zimbabwean pacer Blessed Muzarabani was another important signature that ensured local representation at the highest level. These stars, among others, are set to light up the tournament with their dynamic performances.
Teams competing in Zim Afro T10 2024
This season, 6 teams will fight for the coveted title:
- Harare Bolts
- Bulawayo Braves
- Jaguars
- Durban Wolves
- Cape Town Samp Army
- NYS Lagos
- Jo’Burg Bangla Tigers
Each team has worked to build a strong squad, providing a competitive edge throughout the tournament.
The coaching staffs have been announced
The franchises have also announced their head coaches, bringing in experienced cricket minds to lead their teams:
- Harare Bolts: Pubudu Dassanayake
- Durban Wolves: Moin Khan
- NYS Lagos: Chaminda Vaas
- Bulawayo Braves: Owais Shah
- Cape Town Samp Army: James Foster
- Jo’Burg Bangla Tigers: Julian Wood
These experienced coaches bring a wealth of knowledge to their teams, adding strategic depth to the tournament.
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Draft players of all teams:
Harare Bolts: Dasun Shanaka (Sri Lanka: Global Superstar), James Neesham (New Zealand: Icon), George Munsey (Scotland), Rishad Hossain (Bangladesh), Shehan Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka), Kennar Lewis (West Indies).
Bulawayo Braves Jaguars: David Warner (Australia: Icon), Carlos Brathwaite (West Indies), Nick Hobson (Australia), Kobe Herft (Australia)
Durban Wolves: Colin Munro (New Zealand: Global Superstar), Mark Chapman (New Zealand: Icon), Will Smid (England), Sharjeel Khan (Pakistan), Mohammad Irfan (Pakistan), Yasir Shah (Pakistan)
Cape Town Samp Army: Haider Ali (Pakistan: Global Superstar), David Willey (England: Icon), Dawid Malan (England), Gulbadin Naib (Afghanistan), Qais Ahmed (Afghanistan), Adam Rossington (England), Shahnawaz Dahani (Pakistan)
NYS Lagos: Blessing Muzarabani (Zimbabwe: Global Superstar), Thisara Perera (Sri Lanka: Icon), Asif Ali (Pakistan), Najibullah Zadran (Afghanistan), Binura Fernando (Sri Lanka), Akhilesh Bogudum (USA), Oshane Thomas (West Indies)
Jo’Burg Bangla Tigers: Chris Lynn (Australia: Global Superstar), Kusal Perera (Sri Lanka: Icon), Charit Asalanka (Sri Lanka), Hazratullah Zazai (Afghanistan), Adam Milne (New Zealand), Luke Wood (England), Karim Janat (Afghanistan) )
