Afghanistan celebrated a historic triumph in Bulawayo as Rashid Khan’s spectacular seven-wicket haul in the second innings powered them to a commanding 72-run win over Zimbabwe in the second Test at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo. This victory secured a 1-0 series win, marking a significant achievement in Afghanistan’s journey in international Test cricket.

Rashid Khan’s magical spell

The final day of the Test saw Rashid deliver a bowling masterclass that left the Zimbabwean batting lineup in tatters. Starting the day at 205/8 and needing a mammoth effort to reach their target, Zimbabwe’s hopes were quickly dashed. Rashid struck in the second over, removing Richard Ngarava with a sharp delivery, and wrapped up the innings shortly after, finishing with figures of 7/66. His relentless accuracy and turn proved too much for the hosts, cementing his reputation as one of the premier spinners in world cricket.

Afghanistan’s all-round performance in the second innings

Afghanistan set the stage for their victory with a commanding batting display in their second innings. Rahmat Shah and Ismat Alam led the charge with exceptional centuries, scoring 139 and 101, respectively. Their contributions propelled Afghanistan to a formidable total of 363, giving th??em a crucial upper hand.

Chasing 278 for victory, Zimbabwe couldn’t put a fight, with skipper Craig Ervine only being the only half-centurion. The home team fell short of reaching the set target as Rashid and Zia-ur-Rehman (2/44) combined to restrict Zimbabwe to 205.

A landmark moment for Afghanistan

This series win is a testament to Afghanistan’s growing stature in Test cricket. Rashid’s match-winning performance not only highlighted his skills but also underscored Afghanistan’s potential to compete at the highest level.

Congratulations Afghanistan great bowling @rashidkhan_19 and Great batting by @RahmatShah_08 and @IsmatAlam pic.twitter.com/qMUXr666m4

— Mohammad Nabi (@MohammadNabi007) January 6, 2025

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His figures of 11 wickets across the match (7/66 in the second innings and 4/94 in the first) played a pivotal role in turning the game in Afghanistan’s favour.

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— Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) January 6, 2025

Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi praised the team’s collective effort. “First of all, congrats to the entire team, very happy with the way we performed. Coming back after a difficult first day was excellent, but mentally this will make us a lot more stronger. Performances from Rahmat, Ismat and Rashid were outstanding,” he said during the post-match presentation.

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On the fourth day of the second and final Test match at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, Zimbabweā€™s right-arm medium-fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani delivered a sensational performance including a fiery bouncer from Muzarabani dismissed Afghanistanā€™s all-rounder Rashid Khan.

Blessing Muzarabani’s lethal bouncer

In the 98th over of Afghanistanā€™s second innings ball delivered by Muzarabani, climbing sharply off a good length, caught Rashid off guard. In a defensive attempt, Rashid fended at the delivery, only for it to pop off his gloves into the hands of wicketkeeper Joylord Gumbie. Without waiting for the umpireā€™s decision, Rashid walked off, scoring 23 runs off 27 ball?s??. This dismissal marked a historic milestone for Muzarabani, earning him his maiden five-wicket haul in Test cricket.

Here is the video:

The first of many for Blessing Muzarabani! šŸ‘šŸ»

Muzarabani ripped through the Afghan batting line-up to bag his first five-for in Tests šŸ’Ŗ#ZIMvAFGonFanCode pic.twitter.com/Uu9yEKW1mW

— FanCode (@FanCode) January 5, 2025

Muzarabaniā€™s performance was nothing short of extraordinary. In Afghanistanā€™s sec??ond innings, the 28-year-old pacer scalped six wickets in 29 overs, including five maidens, at an impressi?ve economy rate of 3.30. His efforts placed him in the record books with the eighth-best bowling figures in an innings for Zimbabwe in Test cricket. Adding to his first-innings tally of two wickets, Muzarabani finished the match with a remarkable total of eight dismissals, cementing his dominance in the series-deciding Test.

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Afghanistanā€™s fightback: Rashid Khan’s heroics with the ball

Despite Muzarabaniā€™s heroics, Afghanistan remained in the contest thanks to Rashidā€™s stellar bowling performance. Rashid claimed six wickets in Zimbabweā€™s second innings, maintaining his status as the game-changer for Afghanistan. His relentless attack left Zimbabwe reeling at 205 for 8 by the end of Day 4, still requiring 73 runs to secure victory in the nail-biting?? decider.

Zimbabweā€™s hope: Captain Craig Ervine stands tall

The only glimmer of hope for Zimbabwe lies in their skipper, Craig Ervine. Battling with resilience, Ervine remain?ed unbeaten at stumps with a fighting 53 off 97 balls. His determined innings has kept Zimbabweā€™s hopes alive, though the team faces an uph??ill battle with just two wickets in hand heading into the final day.

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Sikandar Raza had a very special return to the Zimbabwe Test squad with a remarkable performance with the ball on the first day of the second and final Test against Afghanistan at Queens Sports Club.

Sikandar Raza masterclass proved too much for Afghanistan batters

Sikandar had a stellar performance as he shined during Afghanistanā€™s 1st innings. The 38-year-old off-spinner managed to get rid of the in-form Rahmat Shah who was bowled out while attemp?ting a paddle scoop on the last delivery of the 30th over. Critically, Shah played an impeccable 234-run knock in the previous Test against Zimbabwe.

Sikandar then bowled out Ismat Alam on a traditional off-spin delivery pitch right in the middle stump, completely beating the lower-order Afghan batter. Alam went back to the pavilion on a duck facing just 2 deliveries. Sikandarā€™s next target was tailender Yamin Ahmadzai as the arm ball from the off-spinner was too much for the Afghan No.10. ?Sikandarā€™s 3 wickets were instrumental in a determined bowling effort from Zimbabwean bowlers to bowl out the Afghans on 157 runs in just 44.3 overs on Day 1 of the match.

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Hereā€™s the video:

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Playing his first test in 4 years, Sikandar Raza picked up 3 crucial wickets as Zimbabwe bowled out Afghanistan for just 157 in the 1st innings! šŸ‘#ZIMvAFGonFanCode pic.twitter.com/blNGQH25tm

— FanCode (@FanCode) January 2, 2025

Bowlers dominate as Zimbabwe trail Afghanistan

The 2nd Test between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan in Bulawayo has been a bowler’s game so far. Afghanistan, batting first, could only muster 157 runs, with Rashid Khanā€™s brisk 25 standing out. Zimbabweā€™s bowlers, led by Sikandar and Newman Nyamhuri, took three wickets each, exploiting favorable conditions. In reply, Zimbabwe faltered early, slipping to 41/4 by the first session of Day 2, trailing by 116 runs. Fareed Ahmad and Ahmadzai impressed on their Test debuts, taking two wickets each. Day 1 was marred by wet conditions, leading to a cautious start. With both teams struggling for runs, this low-scoring?? encounter promises a gripping contest as the game progresses. The onus now lies on Zimbabweā€™s middle order to steady the innings and avoid conceding a significant first-innings lead.

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As Zimbabwe and Afghanistan lock horns once again in the second and final Test match of the series, the memory of raining runs is still fresh in the minds of both the teams. The Queens Sports Club became a par?adise for batters of both the teams in the previous encounter, even though the match ended in a draw.

The ho??sts will look forward to continuing the batting streak they gained in the first Test. Afghanistan, however, disappointed at the outcome of the previous Test due to rain on the final day and a brave resistance from Zimbabwean batters, would look forward to claim a series win in Zimbabwe and end the tour with their heads held high.

Queens Sports Club Pitch Report

The pitch at the Queens Sports Club is e??xpected to remain batting-friendly like the Boxing Day Test. However, as on the final day of the previous Test, a gentle shower from the rain gods ??can change its nature slightly for this Test as well. The pitch is expected to have some turn as the Test match reaches its final days of action. Thus, spin bowlers can cause some trouble to batters as the match progresses.

Weather can play a crucial role in a team’s decision to bat or bowl first after winning the toss. However, given the way pitch has behaved in the previous Test, the team winning the toss will generally tilt towards batting first and exerting scoreboard pressure on the other team.

Test Stats and Records at Queens Sports Club

• Total Matches: 26
• Matches won batting first: 4
• Matches won bowling first: 12
• Average 1st innings score: 318
• Average 2nd innings score: 407
• Average 3rd innings score: 210
• Average 4th innings score: 175
• Highest total recorded: 713/3 (165.3 Overs) by Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe
• Lowest total recorded: 104/10 (49 Overs) by Zimbabwe vs West Indies

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ZIM vs AFG: Head-to-head record in Test cricket

• Total matches: 3
• Afghanistan won: 1
• Zimbabwe won: 1
• Drawn matches: 1
• Afghanistanā€™s highest total against Zimbabwe: 699
• Afghanistanā€™s lowest total Against Zimbabwe: 131
• Zimbabweā€™s highest total against Afghanistan: 586
• Zimbabweā€™s lowest total against Afghanistan: 250

Squads:

Afghanistan: Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Rahmat Shah (vc), Ikram Alikhail (wk), Afsar Zazai (wk), Riaz Hassan, Sediqullah Atal, Abdul Malik, Baheer Shah Mahboob, Ismat Alam, Azmatullah Omarzai, Zahir Khan, Zia Ur Rehman Akbar, Zahir Shehzad, Rashid Khan, Yamin Ahmadzai, Bashir Ahmad Afghan, Nave?ed Zadran, and Fareed Ahmad Malik.

Zimbabwe: Craig Ervine (c), Ben Curran, Brian Bennett, Johnathan Campbell, Takudzwa C?hataira, Joylord Gumbie, Trevor Gwandu, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Brandon Mavuta, Nyasha Mayavo, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri, Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams.

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In a historic performance during the first Test against Zimbabwe atĀ Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, Afghanistan’s captainĀ Hashmatullah ShahidiĀ achieved a remarkable milestone by scoring his second double century, contributing significantly to his team’s fightback. This achievement comes on the heels of teammateĀ Rahmat Shah, who earlier struck his maiden Test double hundred, leading to an unprecedented partnership betwee??n the two.

A record-breaking partnership between Rahmat Shah and Hashmatullah Shahidi

Rahmat and Shahidi formed a record 364-run stand, which is now the highest partnership for any wicket in Afghanistan’s Test history. Their efforts helped Afghanistan recover from a challenging position after Zimbabwe posted a formidable total of 586 runs in their first innings.

By the end of lunch on Day 5, Afghanistan were 656 for 4, with Shahidi remaining unbeaten on 236 Ā and Shahidullah Kamal on 10.

Shahidi’s knock not only set a new Afghan record for individual scores in Test cricket but also surpassed Rahmat’s previous record of 234, achieved against Zimbabwe on the fourth day of the ongoing Test. He has so far smashed 20 fours during his stay in the middle, showcasing his dominance at the crease.

With his double century, Shahidi also became the first Afghan player to score two double hundreds in Test cricket, further solidifying his status as one of the key figures in Afghanistan’s batting lineup.

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Match Context

The match has turned into a run-fest, with both teams showcasing their batting prowess. Zimbabwe, who won the toss and elected to bat first, built posted a massive total in their first innings; thanks to centuries from Sean Williams (154), Craig Ervine (104) and Brian Bennett (110 not out).

However, the Zimbabwean side struggled to c??ontain the Afghan batters, wh??o capitalized on wayward bowling and poor fielding from the hosts.

Day 5, Lunch

Afghanistan: 656/4, lead by 70 runs

Captain Hashmatullah Shahidi: 236*#cricket #ZIMvAFG #HashmatullahShahidi pic.twitter.com/wrlLyIdpHg

— betvisa68.com (@CricketTimesHQ) December 30, 2024

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Zimbabwe are set to host Afghanistan in the opening Test of a two-match series at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, starting December 26, 2024. This game carries special significance as it m??arks Zimbabweā€™s first home Boxing Day Test in nearly three decades. The hosts are determined to make the occasion memorable by delivering a strong performance, especially after their recent struggles in white-ball formats.

Afghanistanā€™s dominance in limited-overs formats against Zimbabwe

Afghanistan arrives in Bulawayo with momentum on their side, having excelled in both the T20I and ODI series against Zimbabwe. Their commanding victories – 2-1 in the T20Is and a 2-0 sweep in the ODIs – have highlighted their strengths in shorter formats. However, the transition to Test cricket presents a fresh challenge, requiring greater patience and a shift in strategy as they look to maintain their winning streak.

Challenges in red-ball cricket

Both Zimbabwe and Afghanistan face the challenge of stepping into the Test arena after prolonged gaps. Zimbabwe last played a Test match in July 2024, where they endured a loss to Ireland. This series offers them a chance to regroup and reclaim their footing in red-ball cricket. For Afghanistan, their most recent Test fixture – a scheduled match against New Zealand in September 2024 – was canceled without any play, leaving them similarly short of Test match practice.

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Bulawayo Weather Forecast

The weather in Bulawayo for the Test match between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan from Thursday to Monday features consistent rain and thunderstorms. Thursday begins with light rain (26Ā°C/18Ā°C, moderate precipitation, high humidity). Friday brings scattered thunderstorms (26Ā°C/18Ā°C) with elevated rain chances and humidity. Saturday sees heavier thunderstorms (27Ā°C/18Ā°C) with stron?g winds and heavy precipitation. Sunday (24Ā°C/19Ā°C) and Monday (26Ā°C/18Ā°C) are dominated by steady rain, main?taining high humidity and challenging conditions for cricket.

Day-by-Day Weather Breakdown

Thursday

• Condition: Light Rain
• Temperature: High 26Ā°C, Low 18Ā°C
• Rain: Moderate
• Humidity: High

Friday

• Condition: Scattered Thunderstorms
• Temperature: High 26Ā°C, Low 18Ā°C
• Rain: Likely
• Humidity: High

Saturday

• Condition: Heavy Thunderstorms
• Temperature: High 27Ā°C, Low 18Ā°C
• Rain: Heavy
• Humidity: Very High

Sunday

• Condition: Rain
• Temperature: High 24Ā°C, Low 19Ā°C
• Rain: Consistent
• Humidity: High

Monday

• Condition: Rain
• Temperature: High 26Ā°C, Low 18Ā°C
• Rain: Consistent
• Humidity: High

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Zimbabwe are set to host Afghanistan for the first Test of a two-match series at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo, starting on December 26, 2024. This match marks a significant occasion as it will be Zimbabwe’s first home Boxing Day Test in 28 years, adding to the excitement surrounding the fixture.

Both teams come into this Test series following a successful limited-overs segment. Afghanistan recently clinched the T20I series 2-1 and followed it up with aĀ convincing 2-0 victoryin the ODI series against Zimbabwe.Ā This strong performance in white-ball cricket has boosted Afghanistan’s confidence as they transition to the red-ball format. Conversely, Zimbabwe will be looking to rebound after their recent defeats in the shorter formats, aiming to assert their dominance in the Test arena after struggling against Afghanistan historically.

Queens Sports Club Pitch Report

The pitch at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo is known for its balanced nature, offering a fair contest between batters and bowlers. Historically, the average first innings score at this venue has hovered aroundĀ 307 runs in rece??nt matches, indicating that while scoring can be achieved, it requires skill and patience from the batters.

In terms of conditions, the pitch tends to favour bowlers, especially in the? early stages of a match when the new ball may offer some seam movement. As the game progresses, however, it becomes more conducive for batting, allowing for better run-scoring opportunities. Spinners can also f?ind assistance later in the innings as the surface wears down.

Teams winning the toss often face a strategic decision on whether to bat or bowl first, as both approaches can be successful depending on the day’s conditions. With a mix of humidity and potential cloud cover during the upcoming Test match, players will need to adapt quickly to the pitch’s behaviour.

Test Stats and Records at Queens Sports Club

• Total matches: 25
• Matches won batting first: 4
• Matches won bowling first: 12
• Average 1st Inns scores: 307
• Average 2nd Inns scores: 395
• Average 3rd Inns scores : 213
• Average 4th Inns scores: 175
• Highest total recorded: 713/3 (165.3 Ov) by SL vs ZIM
• Lowest total recorded: 104/10 (49 Ov) by ZIM vs WI

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ZIM vs AFG: Head-to-head record in Test cricket

• Total matches: 2
• Afghanistan won:Ā 1
• Zimbabwe won:Ā 1
• Drawn matches:Ā 1
• Afghanistanā€™s highest total against Zimbabwe:Ā 545
• Afghanistanā€™s lowest total Against Zimbabwe:Ā 131
• Zimbabweā€™s highest total against Afghanistan: 365
• Zimbabweā€™s lowest total against Afghanistan:Ā 250

Squads:

Afghanistan: Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Rahmat Shah (vc), Ikram Alikhail (wk), Afsar Zazai (wk), Riaz Hassan, Sediqullah Atal, Abdul Malik, Baheer Shah Mahboob, Ismat Alam, Azmatullah Omarzai, Zahir Khan, Zia Ur Rehman Akbar, Zahir Shehzad, Rashid Khan, Yamin Ahmadzai, Bashir Ahmad Afghan, Naveed Zadran, and ?Fareed Ahmad Malik

Zimbabwe: Craig Ervine (c), Be??n Curran, Brian Bennett, Johnathan Campbell, Takudzwa Chataira, Joylord Gumbie, Trevor Gwandu, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Brandon Mavuta, Nyasha Mayavo, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri, Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams.

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In an extraordinary display of spin bowling, Pakistan‘s left-arm spinner Sufiyan Muqeem claimed a stunning five-wicket haul in the second T20I against Zimbabwe at the Queens Sports ??Club in Bulawayo. His remarkable performance, not ?only sealed a dominant 10-wicket victory for Pakistan but also etched his name into the record books with the best bowling figures in T20I history for Pakistan.

Here are the top 5 best bowling figures for Pakistan in a T20 international:

5. Umar Gul (4/8) ā€?2009 vs Australia

Gul, Pakistanā€™s veteran fast bowler, made his mark on the list with a remarkable spell against Australia in May 2009 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium (DICS). He took 4 wickets for just 8 runs, helping Pakistan to a 7-wicket victory. Gul’s exceptional bowling performance in the match alongside with Shahid Afridi, earned him the Player of the Match award.

4. Imad Wasim (5/14) ā€?2016 vs West Indies

Left-arm off-spinner Wasim joined this prestigious list in September 2016 during a match against the West Indies at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Wasim’s remarkable 5-wicket haul, conceding only 14 runs, was instrumental in Pakistan’s 9-wicket victory. For his outstanding performance, Wasim was named Player of the Match.

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3. Umar Gul (5/6) ā€?2013 vs South Africa

Gul made his second entry on the list in the 2013 Pakistan tour of South Africa. In the second T20I at SuperSport Park, he bowled a stunning 2.2-over spell, picking up 5 wickets for just 6 runs. His performance played a key role in Pakistan’s dominant 95-run win, further cementing his reputation as one of Pakistanā€™s finest T20 bowlers.

2. Umar Gul (5/6) ā€?2009 vs New Zealand (ICC T20 World Cup)

Gul made another spectacular contribution in the ICC Menā€™s T20 World Cup 2009 in June. Against New Zealand at The Oval, Gul took 5 ??wickets for just 6 runs in his 3-over spell. His exceptional performance was crucial to Pakistanā€™s 6-wicket victory, an?d he was named Player of the Match for his remarkable bowling.

1. Sufiyan Muqeem (5/3) ā€?2024 vs Zimbabwe

The most recent addition to this illustrious list is Muq??eem, whose 5 wickets for just 3 runs is now the best-ever T20I bowling performance for Pakistan. His economy rate of 1.12 and his ability to dismantle the Zimbabwean batting line-up was a key factor in Pakistanā€™s dominant win. Muqeemā€™s extraordinary effort on December 3, 2024, earned him the Player of the Match award and has already made his name synonymous with T20I excellence in Pakistan cricket.

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Wrist-spinner Sufiyan Muqeem etched his name in Pakistan’s cricketing history with a phenomenal five-wicket haul in the second T20I of the series against Zimbabwe.

Sufiyan Muqeem sets a new T20I record for Pakistan

Muqeem’s figures of 3.4-0-4-5 set a new record for the best bowling performance by a Pakistani in T20 internationals, surpassing Umar Gul‘s iconic 3-0-6-5 against New Zealand in 2009 at The Oval.

Zimbabwe, who elected to bat first after winning the toss, endured a catastrophic batting collapse, being bundled out for their lowest T20I total of 57 in just 12.4 overs. Muqeem, weaving his magic with a deadly combination of googlies and sharp turn, was the architect of Zimbabwe’s demise.

Muqeem’s record-breaking spell

• 8.4 Over: Sufiyan trapped Ryan Burl lbw with a beautifully flighted googly. The batter misjudged the turn, leaving the hosts in tatters at 40-5.
• 8.5 Over: Muqeem struck again on the very next delivery, clean bowling Tashinga Musekiwa with another unplayable googly to be on a hat-trick. Zimbabweā€™s hopes dwindled further.
• 10.4 Over: Wesley Masakadza became Muqeem’s third victim, nicking a sharply turning delivery to slip where Salman Agha took a neat catch.
• 10.6 Over: A skidding delivery on middle and leg bowled Richard Ngarava, reducing Zimbabwe to 50-8.
• 12.4 Over: Muqeem sealed the innings in style, dismissing Clive Madande with a top-edge catch to Salman Ali Agha at slip, completing his maiden five-wicket haul.

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Match Summary

Zimbabwe’s paltry total of 57 was a testament to Pakistan’s clinical bowling attack, led by the young Muqeem. His remarkable spell was backed by disciplined performances from the other bowlers, with none allowing Zimbabwe’s batters any breathing room.

Cha?sing 58 for victory, Pakistan reached the finish line in just 5.3 overs with all 10 wickets remaining.

An easy win for Pakistan: //t.co/8NM3EcrUWE#cricket #ZIMvPAK #T20I pic.twitter.com/3GV0ZgHn5a

— betvisa68.com (@CricketTimesHQ) December 3, 2024

Pakistan now holds an unassailable lead in the series and will look to wrap it up with a clean sweep in the fi?nal match. Meanwhile, Zimbabwe will need to dig deep to sa??lvage some pride after back-to-back batting debacles.

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