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Zimbabwe and Afghanistan Clash in Highly Anticipated Test
20 Oct, 2025
Summary
- One-off Test match between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan
- Rashid Khan rested, Hashmatullah Shahidi captains Afghanistan
- Craig Ervine leads Zimbabwe in the historic encounter
On October 20th, 2025, Zimbabwe and Afghanistan will lock horns in a one-off Test match at the Harare Sports in Zimbabwe. The visitors, Afghanistan, will be without the services of their legendary spinner Rashid Khan, who has been rested for this red-ball fixture. Instead, the team will be led by captain Hashmatullah Shahidi.
Zimbabwe, on the other hand, will be captained by Craig Ervine as they look to take on the challenge posed by the Afghan side. Both teams will be eager to secure a victory in this historic encounter, which promises to be a thrilling affair for cricket fans.
The squads for the match feature a mix of experienced and young players, with Zimbabwe boasting the likes of Brendan Taylor and Sikandar Raza, while Afghanistan's lineup includes Ibrahim Zadran and Rahmanullah Gurbaz. The outcome of the match could have significant implications for the teams' respective cricketing fortunes, making this a must-watch event for enthusiasts of the sport.
