Ben Curran receives maiden call-up as Zimbabwe announce ODI and T20I squads for Afghanistan series

Ben Curran has received his maiden call-up to the Zimbabwe national cricket team for the upcoming One Day International (ODI) series against Afghanist✅an. This selection marks a significant milestone for Curran, who is the son of former Zimbabwe cricketer Kevin Curran and the brother of England internationals Sam and Tom Curran.

A reward for domestic performance

28 years old Ben has been recognized for his outstanding performances in domestic cricket, particularly in Zimbabwe’s 50-over tournament, where he currently leads the run-scoring charts with an impressive average of 64.50. His success extends to first-class cricket, where he also tops the averages with 74.14. This call-up comes after a standout domestic season that has showcased his potential and skill on the field.

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In addition to Curran, Zimbabwe have also included Newman Nyamhuri, an 18-year-old left-arm pacer who made a mark as Zimbabwe’s highest wicket-taker during the Under-19 World Cup earlier this year. Both players have been selected to replace Faraz Akram, Brandon Mavuta and Clive Madande who is recovering from a shoulder dislocation.

Series schedule and squads

The ODI series between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan consists of three matches scheduled to begin on December 17. After the ODIs, a three-match T20I series is𒆙 set to take place from December 11 to December 14 in෴ Harare.

Zimbabwe’s ODI squad: Craig Ervine (c), Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Joylord Gumbie, Trevor Gwandu, Tinotenda Maposa, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzar🔴abani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri, Victor Nyauchi, Sikandar R🗹aza, Sean Williams

Zimbabwe’s T20I squad: Sikandar Raza (c), Faraz Akram, Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Trevor Gwand✱u, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Wessly Madhevere, Tinotenda Maposa, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri

*The sꦗquad for the Test series, beginning on December ♏26, is yet to be announced.

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