Rahmat Shah and Hashmatullah Shahidi create history with their unbeaten partnership and become the first pair to remain unbeaten throughout an entire day of play in a Test since 2018. This is also the highest stand for any wicket against Zimbabwe, breaking the record set in 2004. Additionally, it is the third instance of three Zimbabwe batters scoring a century in a Test innings. Afghanistan's Rahmat Shah and Hashmatullah Shahidi made history on day 3 of the first Test against Zimbabwe with an unbeaten partnership and a record-breaking performance. Their stand of 361* runs is not only the highest for Afghanistan in Tests, but also the second-highest against Zimbabwe. The day also saw three Zimbabwe batsmen scoring centuries, making it the third instance in their history.
Zimbabwe's middle-order batter Sean Williams showcased his experience and prowess on the first day of the Test match against Afghanistan, remaining unbeaten on 145 runs. Needing just seven more runs to surpass his career-best score, Williams formed crucial partnerships with Kaitano, Myers, and captain Ervine to help Zimbabwe post a formidable total of 363 for four. This comes as a positive development for the hosts, who have struggled with low white-ball totals in recent series losses.
In the ongoing ODI series between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan, the latter has been the dominant team, winning both matches so far. With promising newcomer Allah Ghazanfar leading the pack with 16 wickets in his first 10 ODIs, Afghanistan's bowling attack is proving to be too much for the hosts to handle. Despite their struggles, Zimbabwe will look to salvage some pride in the third ODI at Harare Sports Club on Saturday.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlights the destruction of Hindu temples in various parts of the country and reiterates the need for protecting Sanatan Dharma for world peace. He speaks out against the atrocities faced by Hindus in Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan and vows to destroy the lineage of those who desecrated Hindu places of worship. Adityanath's remarks come a day after RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat spoke about inclusivity and building a model of harmony in the country that can be adopted by the world.
In what was supposed to be the first of three ODIs between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan, the match had to be abandoned due to continuous showers throughout the day. After a delay in the toss and a brief period of clear skies, the game was reduced to 28 overs per side. However, after only 10 overs into the first innings, players were once again forced off the field due to rain. The second game of the series will now be played on the 19th of this month.
After a thrilling first match and a one-sided second match, Afghanistan and Zimbabwe face off in a decider third T20I with the series on the line. With one win each, both teams are determined to clinch the series for their respective countries. Zimbabwe's captain Sikandar Raza won the toss and chose to bat first. Stay tuned for updates on the live score and playing XIs for both teams.
Afghanistan avenged their previous loss to Zimbabwe by putting up a solid performance in the second T20 match of the series. Darwish Rasooli scored his maiden international fifty while Naveen-ul-Haq and Rashid Khan each took three wickets to clinch a 50-run victory. The teams will face off in one final match to determine who takes the lead in this closely contested series.
In a nail-biting match, Zimbabwe secured their second-ever victory against Afghanistan in a T20 international. After a tense final over, Tashinga Musekiwa struck a crucial boundary to give Zimbabwe a dramatic win. With Afghanistan facing a do-or-die situation in the second fixture, they have made three changes to their playing XI. Can they bounce back and level the series, or will Zimbabwe continue their winning streak?
Zimbabwe pulled off a sensational win in their first T20I match against Afghanistan, chasing down a daunting target of 144 runs in the final over. Naveen-ul-Haq's costly over turned the tide in Zimbabwe's favor, as they were able to secure their first-ever T20I victory against Afghanistan. Despite giving away 19 runs, Naveen managed to take a crucial wicket, ultimately leading to a dramatic last-ball win for Zimbabwe.
In a thrilling T20I match between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan, Zimbabwe pulled off a stunning victory in the final over on the back of Naveen-ul-Haq's costly over for Afghanistan. Despite facing criticism for conceding too many extras, Naveen's over proved to be the decisive factor in Zimbabwe's win. The match also saw the emergence of Tashinga Musekiwa as the hero of the day for Zimbabwe.