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Zimbabwe Announces Squad for Test Series Against Afghanistan: Brian Bennett to Captain, Graeme Cremer Returns
The Zimbabwe cricket team is all set for the upcoming two-match Test series against Afghanistan, to be played in the UAE. With regular captain Richard Ngarava ruled out of the series due to a back injury, young player Brian Bennett has been appointed as the new captain of the Zimbabwe Test side.
The series begins on November 5 in Sharjah. Notably, experienced Zimbabwe leg-spinner Graeme Cremer has made a return to the Test squad after a long absence; he last played a Test match in December 2017.
Key Changes and New Faces in the Squad
- Absence of Injured Players: In addition to captain Richard Ngarava, fast bowler Tanaka Chivanga is also unavailable for this series due to injury.
- Inclusion of Antum Naqvi: All-rounder Antum Naqvi has been named in the squad for the first time, having become eligible to represent Zimbabwe under ICC regulations.
- Other Returning Players: Kundai Matigimu and Vincent Masekesa have also made their return to the Test squad.
Zimbabwe’s 17-member Test squad against Afghanistan
Brian Bennett (captain), Antum Naqvi, Ben Curran, Blessing Muzarabani, Brad Evans, Brendan Taylor, Craig Ervine, Graeme Cremer, Innocent Kaia, Ernest Masuku, Kundai Matigimu, Newman Nyamhuri, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Tafadzwa Tsiga, Vincent Masekesa, Wellington Masakadza, and Wesley Madhevere.
