Nick Welch

Captain Andy Balbirnie's unbeaten 32 helped Ireland take a 76-run lead over Zimbabwe after day two of the one-off Test in Bulawayo. Zimbabwe, aided by a 67-run last-wicket stand between Blessing Muzarabani and Trevor Gwandu, managed 267, with debutant Nick Welch scoring 90. Barry McCarthy was the standout Irish bowler, taking 4-75.

South Africa completed a dominant Test series victory over Zimbabwe, winning the second match by an innings and 236 runs despite fielding a weakened team. Wiaan Mulder's record-breaking 367 not out propelled South Africa to a massive first-innings total. Zimbabwe showed brief resistance but collapsed after lunch, succumbing to South Africa's strong bowling attack.

Wiaan Mulder, in his debut as captain, led South Africa to a dominant innings victory over Zimbabwe, completing a two-test series sweep. Mulder's incredible performance included an unbeaten 367, contributing significantly to South Africa's imposing total. Zimbabwe struggled in both innings, succumbing to South Africa's strong bowling attack, extending their winless streak in Bulawayo.

Ireland secured a 63-run victory over Zimbabwe in their one-off Test match in Bulawayo on Monday, driven by Matthew Humphreys' impressive six-wicket haul. Ireland's captain praised the team's preparation for Test cricket, while Zimbabwe's skipper acknowledged batting struggles. Both teams now move on to a series of one-day internationals and T20 matches in Harare.

Brendan Taylor marked his return to Zimbabwe's Test squad after a four-year ban, playing against New Zealand in Bulawayo. His comeback coincided with New Zealand introducing three debutants. Taylor was previously sanctioned for failing to report a financial inducement and testing positive for cocaine.

New Zealand's pace attack decimated Zimbabwe's batting lineup on Day 1 of the second Test in Bulawayo. Matt Henry's 5-40 and Zakary Foulkes' 4-38 bundled out Zimbabwe for a mere 125. In response, Will Young (74) and Devon Conway (79*) powered New Zealand to 174-1, securing a 49-run lead. Brendan Taylor's return yielded 44 runs amidst the collapse.

England vs Zimbabwe One-Off Test: England and Zimbabwe are set to clash in a historic one-off four-day Test match starting May 22 at Trent Bridge. Zimbabwe, after a period of limited Test cricket, is ramping up its schedule with 10 Tests between December and August. England will debut Sam Cook, welcome back Josh Tongue, and hope for Ben Stokes' fitness.

Earning a position at the Twenty20 showpiece in Australia this October has become a critical endeavour for Zimbabwe, who have failed to register a World Cup appearance in any format since 2016.

New Zealand dominated Zimbabwe, securing their largest-ever Test victory by an innings and 359 runs, completing a 2-0 series sweep. Debutant Zakary Foulkes starred with a remarkable 9-75, setting a new record for a New Zealand bowler on debut. Zimbabwe struggled against New Zealand's pace attack, succumbing to their lowest series total, highlighting the gulf between the two teams.

Zimbabwe is set to play a historic Test match against England at Trent Bridge, marking their return to English soil after 22 years. England aims to integrate new talent and start their World Test Championship cycle. The match will be a four-day affair with adjusted rules, including increased daily overs and a reduced follow-on margin.

The much-awaited Zim Cyber City Zim Afro T10 is less than three weeks away, and the five squads for the tournament have been confirmed.