Antum Naqvi has earned his first call-up for Zimbabwe ahead of the five-match T20I series against India in Harare. However, his participation is contingent on the confirmation of his citizenship status. The promising batter’s potential debut marks an exciting development for Zimbabwean cricket, pending the necessary administrative approval. This series presents a significant opportunity for Naqvi to showcase his talent on an international stage, provided his eligibility is formally validated in time for the matches.
Players Who Will Include in Zimbabwe’s Upcoming Series:
Antum Naqvi, a top-order batter with a striking rate of 146.80 in seven T20 matches, gained attention early this year by becoming the first Zimbabwean to score a triple-century in representative cricket. He achieved an unbeaten 300 for Mid West Rhinos in the Logan Cup and captained the team in only his second year of domestic cricket. He got a golden opportunity to represent the Zimbabwe National team.
Additionally, Zimbabwe has brought back allrounders Wessly Madhevere and Brandon Mavuta for the series after they served suspensions for drug use. Veteran fast bowler Tendai Chatara, who last appeared in the T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier, has also been recalled after missing the series against Ireland and Bangladesh.
Key figures Craig Ervine, Sean Williams, Ryan Burl, Joylord Gumbie, and Ainsley Ndlovu have been omitted from Zimbabwe’s squad. These players featured prominently in Zimbabwe’s recent T20I campaign against Bangladesh, where the team suffered a disappointing 4-1 series defeat. Sikandar Raza stands as the most seasoned member of the squad, having amassed 86 T20I caps. Following closely is all-rounder Luke Jongwe, who brings his experience from 63 T20I matches to the team. These two players bring a wealth of experience and leadership to Zimbabwe’s lineup ahead of their upcoming series against India in Harare.
Zimbabwe’s Squad Against India:
Sikandar Raza (captain), Faraz Akram, Brian Bennett, Johnathan Campbell, Tendai Chatara, Luke Jongwe, Innocent Kaia, Clive Madande, Wessly Madhevere, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Brandon Mavuta, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Antum Naqvi, Richard Ngarava, Milton Shumba
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