Sikandar Raza to Lead Zimbabwe in T20I Tri-Series Against South Africa and New Zealand
Zimbabwe has announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming T20I tri-nation series at home, with all-rounder Sikandar Raza set to captain the side. The tri-series, featuring South Africa and New Zealand, will take place at Harare Sports Club from July 14 to July 26. The series marks a key phase for Zimbabwe as they aim to strengthen their white-ball setup against two of the world’s strongest T20 sides.
The squad includes a mix of experienced campaigners and fresh faces. Returning to the side are left-arm pacer Richard Ngarava, who has recovered from a lower-back injury, and promising all-rounder Brian Bennett, who was sidelined with a concussion during the recent Test series against South Africa.
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Zimbabwe’s selectors have maintained continuity from their last T20I outing in February against Ireland, retaining Ryan Burl, Tony Munyonga, and Tashinga Musekiwa after their solid performances in that series.
In a bid to deepen their bench strength, Zimbabwe has also included three uncapped players in the T20I format. Wicketkeeper-batter Tafadzwa Tsiga, left-arm fast bowler Newman Nyamhuri, and leg-spinner Vincent Masekesa have been drafted into the squad, signaling the team’s focus on developing new talent.
All matches will be held at Harare Sports Club. Zimbabwe will open the tournament against South Africa on July 14, followed by matches against New Zealand on July 18 and again against South Africa on July 20. The final round-robin game against New Zealand is scheduled for July 24, with the top two teams advancing to the final on July 26.
Squad:
Sikandar Raza (c), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Trevor Gwandu, Clive Madande, Wessly Madhevere, Tinotenda Maposa, Wellington Masakadza, Vincent Masekesa, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri, Tafadzwa Tsiga
Zimbabwe’s fixtures:
14 July: Zimbabwe vs South Africa
18 July: Zimbabwe vs New Zealand
20 July: Zimbabwe vs South Africa
24 July: Zimbabwe vs New Zealand
26 July: Final
All the games will be played at Harare Sports Club.
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