34 years since playing their first-ever Test match, Zimbabwe secured their biggest Test win by an innings and 85 runs against Bangladesh in Harare on Tuesday (Jun 30). Seamer Blessing Muzarabani picked up four wickets, while stand-in captain Richard Ngarava returned with three to bowl Bangladesh out for 185 to seal the win. The visitors, however, fared even worse in the first innings, registering an under-par 140 on a spicy Harare wicket.&nbsp;After wrapping up Bangladesh’s first innings inside the opening day, Zimbabwe slammed 410 in reply, thanks to a brilliant 140 by opener Innocent Kaia. Handy fifties from Brian Bennett (59), Craig Ervine (60) and Wessly Madhevere (77) also added to the cause. &nbsp;The hosts won the match by an innings inside the third day, making it two in two games against South Asian countries, having already beaten Afghanistan by an innings in their previous match.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/he-came-to-loot-us-ipl-punjab-kings-shashank-singh-rubbishes-cook-assault-and-abuse-claims-vipendra-singh-tomar-1782823716233">‘He came to loot us’: IPL fame Shashank Singh rubbishes cook's assault and abuse claims</a> &nbsp;“This victory is a reward for hard work, with a strong emphasis on fitness,” the Player of the Match, Kaia, said. “It was a tough wicket to play on. Credit to the Bangladesh bowlers, as I think they did well. But it was my game.” &nbsp;On the other hand, Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto reflected on his team’s shallow performance, saying, “In the first innings, we did not bat properly. That cost us the match. Our bowling was also not good enough. &nbsp;“We came to Zimbabwe having played some good cricket in a recent series win over Pakistan. But we did not adapt to different conditions here.” &nbsp;Bangladesh, 40-1 overnight and 230 runs behind, was no match for the Zimbabwe bowlers on the third day, with only Mushfiqur Rahim (34) and Shanto (30) offering sustained resistance. Opener Mahmudul Hasan Joy (22) was the first Bangladeshi to fall on Tuesday, caught at gully by Brian Bennett off a Muzarabani delivery. &nbsp;The dismissal of Mominul Haque soon after left the visitors on 48-3 before Rahim and Shanto added 61 runs in the only fruitful Bangladesh partnership.

Zimbabwe scripted history in Harare, crushing Bangladesh by an innings and 85 runs to seal their biggest-ever Test victory on day three of the one-off Test.

34 years since playing their first-ever Test match, Zimbabwe secured their biggest Test win by an innings and 85 runs against Bangladesh in Harare on Tuesday (Jun 30). Seamer Blessing Muzarabani picked up four wickets, while stand-in captain Richard Ngarava returned with three to bowl Bangladesh out for 185 to seal the win. The visitors, however, fared even worse in the first innings, registering an under-par 140 on a spicy Harare wicket. After wrapping up Bangladesh’s first innings inside the opening day, Zimbabwe slammed 410 in reply, thanks to a brilliant 140 by opener Innocent Kaia. Handy fifties from Brian Bennett (59), Craig Ervine (60) and Wessly Madhevere (77) also added to the cause. The hosts won the match by an innings inside the third day, making it two in two games against South Asian countries, having already beaten Afghanistan by an innings in their previous match. Also read| ‘He came to loot us’: IPL fame Shashank Singh rubbishes cook's assault and abuse claims “This victory is a reward for hard work, with a strong emphasis on fitness,” the Player of the Match, Kaia, said. “It was a tough wicket to play on. Credit to the Bangladesh bowlers, as I think they did well. But it was my game.” On the other hand, Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto reflected on his team’s shallow performance, saying, “In the first innings, we did not bat properly. That cost us the match. Our bowling was also not good enough. “We came to Zimbabwe having played some good cricket in a recent series win over Pakistan. But we did not adapt to different conditions here.” Bangladesh, 40-1 overnight and 230 runs behind, was no match for the Zimbabwe bowlers on the third day, with only Mushfiqur Rahim (34) and Shanto (30) offering sustained resistance. Opener Mahmudul Hasan Joy (22) was the first Bangladeshi to fall on Tuesday, caught at gully by Brian Bennett off a Muzarabani delivery. The dismissal of Mominul Haque soon after left the visitors on 48-3 before Rahim and Shanto added 61 runs in the only fruitful Bangladesh partnership.

Zimbabwe scripted history in Harare, crushing Bangladesh by an innings and 85 runs to seal their biggest-ever Test victory on day three of the one-off Test.

ZIM vs BAN 2026: 34 years after debut, Zimbabwe secure their biggest-ever Test win

Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani has been handed a two-year ban from the Pakistan Super League (PSL) after signing with Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League last month. The 29-year-old had earlier been contracted to Islamabad United but withdrew to take up the IPL opportunity.In an official statement, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed that Muzarabani will be banned from participating in the next two PSL seasons with immediate effect.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Following a thorough disciplinary review, the PCB has announced that Zimbabwean cricketer Blessing Muzarabani is declared ineligible to participate in the next two editions of the PSL, effective immediately," the PCB said in a statement.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-will-varun-chakravarthy-play-vs-csk-kkr-provides-update-1776154376390">IPL 2026: Will Varun Chakravarthy play vs CSK? KKR provides update</a>&nbsp;The Pakistan Cricket Board stated that by taking part in a “conflicting engagement,” the 29-year-old had violated professional standards.&nbsp;“Professionalism in franchise-based leagues requires participants to act with transparency and consistency. Entering into a conflicting engagement while a prior binding agreement subsists represents a departure from the expected standards of the game," the PSL said in a statement on Tuesday.&nbsp;“Such conduct, if left unaddressed, erodes the reliability of dealings and the confidence that franchises, regulators, and stakeholders place in professional engagements. The two-year ban reflects the gravity of the breach," it added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-gt-csk-fixtures-swapped-after-venue-twist-here-s-why-1776149228679">IPL 2026: GT-CSK fixtures swapped after venue twist - Here's why</a>&nbsp;Muzarabani is not alone in stepping away from PSL commitments in favor of the IPL. Sri Lanka’s Dasun Shanaka recently left Lahore Qalandars to join Rajasthan Royals.&nbsp;Similarly, South African all-rounder Corbin Bosch received a one-year PSL ban last year after opting to play for Mumbai Indians despite being signed by Peshawar Zalmi.&nbsp;The 2026 PSL season is currently being staged in Lahore and Karachi without spectators due to an oil crisis linked to tensions in West Asia. However, discussions are expected between the PCB and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif regarding the possible return of fans to the stadiums.

Kolkata Knight Riders approached pacer Blessing Muzarabani after being instructed to release Mustafizur Rahman.

Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani has been handed a two-year ban from the Pakistan Super League (PSL) after signing with Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League last month. The 29-year-old had earlier been contracted to Islamabad United but withdrew to take up the IPL opportunity. In an official statement, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed that Muzarabani will be banned from participating in the next two PSL seasons with immediate effect. “Following a thorough disciplinary review, the PCB has announced that Zimbabwean cricketer Blessing Muzarabani is declared ineligible to participate in the next two editions of the PSL, effective immediately," the PCB said in a statement. Also Read - IPL 2026: Will Varun Chakravarthy play vs CSK? KKR provides update The Pakistan Cricket Board stated that by taking part in a “conflicting engagement,” the 29-year-old had violated professional standards. “Professionalism in franchise-based leagues requires participants to act with transparency and consistency. Entering into a conflicting engagement while a prior binding agreement subsists represents a departure from the expected standards of the game," the PSL said in a statement on Tuesday. “Such conduct, if left unaddressed, erodes the reliability of dealings and the confidence that franchises, regulators, and stakeholders place in professional engagements. The two-year ban reflects the gravity of the breach," it added. Also Read - IPL 2026: GT-CSK fixtures swapped after venue twist - Here's why Muzarabani is not alone in stepping away from PSL commitments in favor of the IPL. Sri Lanka’s Dasun Shanaka recently left Lahore Qalandars to join Rajasthan Royals. Similarly, South African all-rounder Corbin Bosch received a one-year PSL ban last year after opting to play for Mumbai Indians despite being signed by Peshawar Zalmi. The 2026 PSL season is currently being staged in Lahore and Karachi without spectators due to an oil crisis linked to tensions in West Asia. However, discussions are expected between the PCB and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif regarding the possible return of fans to the stadiums.

Kolkata Knight Riders approached pacer Blessing Muzarabani after being instructed to release Mustafizur Rahman.

Blessing Muzarabani banned by PCB after choosing IPL over Pakistan league

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) may have missed out on the services of Mustafizur Rahman after a controversial call from the franchise, but he was hardly missed in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) contest against SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Thursday (April 2). Called in as a late replacement for Rahman, Blessing Muzarabani was right on the money on his home debut as he scalped the wickets of Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma in the same over.

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<h2>KKR blessed with Blessing Muzarabani</h2>With SRH 111/1 after 8.1 overs, things were very much heading in the right direction for the home side before Muzarabani was called in to action. The Zimbabwe pacer first scalped Ishan (14 off 9) on the second ball of the ninth over before getting the better of Abhishek (48 off 21). While Abhishek’s dismissal looked controversial with the ball possibly touching the ground, he was given out by the third umpire. With Abhishek’s wicket on the fourth ball, Muzarabani scalped both Indian batters who recently won the T20 World Cup in a span of three balls to make a statement.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-sanju-samson-5-highest-individual-score-in-a-lost-chase-in-ipl-yusuf-pathan-kl-rahul-shaun-marsh-ipl-2026-1774084136030">From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</a><h2>What happened in SRH innings?</h2>In the very next over, spinner Anukl Roy removed Aniket Verma (1) as Hyderabad slumped to 123/4 after the end of the 10th over. Nitish Kumar Reddy and Heinrich Klaasen steadied the ship for their side as Hyderabad posted 168/4 in 15 overs. During the 18th over, Kartik Tyagi conceded 16 runs as Hyderabad reached a commanding position of 200/4. In the very next over, Vaibhav Arora took back-to-back wickets of Nitish Reddy, who scored 39 off 24 balls, with five boundaries and Salil Arora for a golden duck.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-cameron-green-to-liam-livingstone-5-most-expensive-players-in-ipl-2026-auctions-matheesha-pathirana-kartik-sharma-prashant-veer-1774031148132">From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</a>&nbsp;Klaasen slammed 52 off 35 balls, with five boundaries, as Hyderabad posted a challenging total of 226/8 in 20 overs. For KKR, speedster Muzarabani picked up a four-wicket haul.

With SRH 111/1 after 8.1 overs, things were very much heading in the right direction for the home side before Muzarabani was called in to action. The Zimbabwe pacer first scalped Ishan (14 off 9) on the second ball of the ninth over before getting the better of Abhishek (48 off 21).

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) may have missed out on the services of Mustafizur Rahman after a controversial call from the franchise, but he was hardly missed in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) contest against SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Thursday (April 2). Called in as a late replacement for Rahman, Blessing Muzarabani was right on the money on his home debut as he scalped the wickets of Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma in the same over.

With SRH 111/1 after 8.1 overs, things were very much heading in the right direction for the home side before Muzarabani was called in to action. The Zimbabwe pacer first scalped Ishan (14 off 9) on the second ball of the ninth over before getting the better of Abhishek (48 off 21).

IPL 2026: Mustafizur who? Blessing Muzarabani scalps Ishan Kishan, Abhishek Sharma in one over for KKR

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is planning to take legal action against Zimbabwe fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani after he pulled out of a contract with Islamabad United for the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL), according to a report by GeoSuper. Muzarabani had signed with Islamabad United as a replacement for Shamar Joseph for the tournament, which will run from Mar 26 to May 3. However, he later decided to join Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL) as a replacement for Mustafizur Rahman, who had been released earlier on the advice of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).&nbsp;According to the PCB, the 29-year-old breached his Pakistan Super League contract and the board has therefore begun legal proceedings against him. This is the second year in a row that a player who had agreed to play in the PSL chose to join an IPL team instead.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-no-one-came-here-to-play-a-charity-league-litton-das-reacts-to-salman-agha-s-controversial-run-out-1773482593764">'No one came here to play a charity league': Litton Das reacts to Salman Agha’s controversial run-out</a>&nbsp;Last season, South African all-rounder Corbin Bosch was picked as a Diamond player by Peshawar Zalmi but later joined Mumbai Indians as an injury replacement in the IPL. After pulling out of the PSL, Bosch was banned from the league for one season, showing the PCB’s strict policy on contract breaches.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/life-after-cricket-ashes-hero-england-mark-wood-hints-at-retirement-amid-knee-injury-recovery-1773478777893">‘Life after Cricket’: Ashes hero Wood hints at retirement amid injury recovery</a>&nbsp;The PCB says its strong response is meant to protect the league and ensure teams are not affected when players break contracts. The situation also shows the growing competition between major T20 leagues around the world, especially when their schedules overlap and players receive attractive offers from different tournaments.

Blessing Muzarabani’s recent signing by Kolkata Knight Riders follows an impressive performance in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. The Zimbabwean pacer played a key role in helping his team top their group and reach the Super Eight stage of the tournament.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is planning to take legal action against Zimbabwe fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani after he pulled out of a contract with Islamabad United for the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL), according to a report by GeoSuper. Muzarabani had signed with Islamabad United as a replacement for Shamar Joseph for the tournament, which will run from Mar 26 to May 3. However, he later decided to join Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL) as a replacement for Mustafizur Rahman, who had been released earlier on the advice of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). According to the PCB, the 29-year-old breached his Pakistan Super League contract and the board has therefore begun legal proceedings against him. This is the second year in a row that a player who had agreed to play in the PSL chose to join an IPL team instead. Also Read - 'No one came here to play a charity league': Litton Das reacts to Salman Agha’s controversial run-out Last season, South African all-rounder Corbin Bosch was picked as a Diamond player by Peshawar Zalmi but later joined Mumbai Indians as an injury replacement in the IPL. After pulling out of the PSL, Bosch was banned from the league for one season, showing the PCB’s strict policy on contract breaches. Also Read - ‘Life after Cricket’: Ashes hero Wood hints at retirement amid injury recovery The PCB says its strong response is meant to protect the league and ensure teams are not affected when players break contracts. The situation also shows the growing competition between major T20 leagues around the world, especially when their schedules overlap and players receive attractive offers from different tournaments.

Blessing Muzarabani’s recent signing by Kolkata Knight Riders follows an impressive performance in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. The Zimbabwean pacer played a key role in helping his team top their group and reach the Super Eight stage of the tournament.

Pakistan Cricket Board set to take legal action over Blessing Muzarabani’s PSL exit to join Indian Premier League

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have announced that Zimbabwe fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani will join the team for the 2026 Indian Premier League season. He comes in to strengthen KKR’s bowling after the departure of Bangladesh left-arm pacer Mustafizur Rahman. The franchise also said that Muzarabani will join the squad on Mar 17. The 29-year-old recently pulled out of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), where he was supposed to play earlier. The right-arm fast bowler has become one of Zimbabwe’s key pacers in T20 cricket and is known for generating sharp bounce and taking wickets at key moments in a match.&nbsp;His speed and consistent performances in international cricket and various leagues will strengthen KKR’s pace attack, which has been affected by injuries. The team is currently dealing with injuries to Matheesha Pathirana and Harshit Rana and Muzarabani will provide useful backup.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-csk-is-incomplete-without-him-irfan-pathan-s-big-take-on-ms-dhoni-s-ipl-future-1773404775103">‘CSK is incomplete without him’: Irfan Pathan on MS Dhoni’s IPL future</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman has joined the Lahore Qalandars for Season 11 of the Pakistan Super League, only a few days after being released by the Kolkata Knight Riders.&nbsp;KKR had bought Mustafizur for INR 9.20 crore in the auction but later decided to release him. Reports said the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) informally advised the franchise to part ways with the left-arm pacer as controversy grew over his participation.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-we-have-nothing-bcci-s-rajeev-shukla-reacts-to-sunrisers-controversial-signing-of-abrar-ahmed-1773399103936">BCCI’s Rajeev Shukla reacts to Sunrisers’ controversial signing of Abrar Ahmed</a><h3>Players leaving PSL for IPL</h3>This is the second time in two years that a player has withdrawn from the PSL despite signing a contract. Last year, South African all-rounder Corbin Bosch left the Pakistan league after being signed as an injury replacement for Lizaad Williams.&nbsp;The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) reacted strongly and banned Bosch for one year after he pulled out of the league. Bosch had been selected as a Diamond category pick by Peshawar Zalmi in the 2025 draft but chose to play in the Indian Premier League instead.

Kolkata Knight Riders sign Blessing Muzarabani for the 2026 Indian Premier League season.

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have announced that Zimbabwe fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani will join the team for the 2026 Indian Premier League season. He comes in to strengthen KKR’s bowling after the departure of Bangladesh left-arm pacer Mustafizur Rahman. The franchise also said that Muzarabani will join the squad on Mar 17. The 29-year-old recently pulled out of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), where he was supposed to play earlier. The right-arm fast bowler has become one of Zimbabwe’s key pacers in T20 cricket and is known for generating sharp bounce and taking wickets at key moments in a match. His speed and consistent performances in international cricket and various leagues will strengthen KKR’s pace attack, which has been affected by injuries. The team is currently dealing with injuries to Matheesha Pathirana and Harshit Rana and Muzarabani will provide useful backup. Also Read - ‘CSK is incomplete without him’: Irfan Pathan on MS Dhoni’s IPL future Meanwhile, Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman has joined the Lahore Qalandars for Season 11 of the Pakistan Super League, only a few days after being released by the Kolkata Knight Riders. KKR had bought Mustafizur for INR 9.20 crore in the auction but later decided to release him. Reports said the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) informally advised the franchise to part ways with the left-arm pacer as controversy grew over his participation. Also Read - BCCI’s Rajeev Shukla reacts to Sunrisers’ controversial signing of Abrar Ahmed Players leaving PSL for IPL This is the second time in two years that a player has withdrawn from the PSL despite signing a contract. Last year, South African all-rounder Corbin Bosch left the Pakistan league after being signed as an injury replacement for Lizaad Williams. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) reacted strongly and banned Bosch for one year after he pulled out of the league. Bosch had been selected as a Diamond category pick by Peshawar Zalmi in the 2025 draft but chose to play in the Indian Premier League instead.

Kolkata Knight Riders sign Blessing Muzarabani for the 2026 Indian Premier League season.

Kolkata Knight Riders acquire Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani for upcoming IPL season

From Jasprit Bumrah to Varun Chakaravarthy, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets in T20 World Cup 2026. This list also includes SC van Schalkwyk, Blessing Muzarabani and Adil Rashid

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From Azmatullah Omarzai to Shadley van Schalkwyk, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets in T20 World Cup 2026 (league stage). This list also includes Varun Chakaravarthy, Blessing Muzarabani and Michael Leask

From Azmatullah Omarzai to Shadley van Schalkwyk, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets in T20 World Cup 2026 (league stage). This list also includes Varun Chakaravarthy, Blessing Muzarabani and Michael Leask

Meet top 5 bowlers with most wickets in T20 World Cup 2026 (league stage)

Zimbabwe stunned Australia by 23 runs in their T20 World Cup 2026 Group B clash at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Friday (Feb 13), pulling off one of the biggest upsets of the tournament so far. Chasing 169, Australia were bowled out for 146. Matt Renshaw was the top scorer with 65 runs from 44 balls, hitting five fours and one six. Glenn Maxwell scored 31 runs from 32 balls with one four and one six, while Travis Head contributed 17 runs. The rest of the batters failed to reach double figures.&nbsp;For Zimbabwe, Blessing Muzarabani led the bowling attack with four wickets for 17 runs in four overs. Brad Evans took three wickets for 23 runs. Wellington Masakadza and Ryan Burl picked up one wicket each.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/t20-world-cup-2026-namibia-s-erasmus-joins-capatins-with-best-bowling-figures-in-tournament-history-1770964987039">T20 World Cup 2026 | Namibia lost vs India but captain Erasmus creates history with best bowling figures in tournament history</a>&nbsp;Earlier, Australia won the toss and decided to bowl first. Zimbabwe posted a strong total of 169 for two in 20 overs. Brian Bennett played an unbeaten innings of 64 runs from 56 balls, hitting seven fours. The team got off to a good start with a 61-run opening partnership in 45 balls. Tadiwanashe Marumani scored 35 runs from 21 balls before getting out. Ryan Burl then added 35 runs from 30 balls and shared a 70-run stand with Bennett. Captain Sikandar Raza scored a quick 25 runs from 13 balls to help Zimbabwe reach a competitive total.&nbsp;For Australia, Marcus Stoinis and Cameron Green took one wicket each, but the other bowlers could not make much impact.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-rajasthan-royals-set-to-name-riyan-parag-as-new-captain-and-not-ravindra-jadeja-1770963721047">IPL 2026 | Rajasthan Royals set to name new captain &amp; it is not Ravindra Jadeja</a>&nbsp;Australia’s chase started on a poor note, as opener Josh Inglis scored just eight runs and Travis Head made 17. Cameron Green and Tim David were both out for a duck. Although Maxwell and Renshaw tried to rebuild the innings, but they could not take their team to victory.&nbsp;With this win, Zimbabwe have improved their position on the points table and will aim to continue their strong performance in the T20 World Cup 2026.

With this win, Zimbabwe have improved their position on the points table and will aim to continue their strong performance in the T20 World Cup 2026.

Zimbabwe stunned Australia by 23 runs in their T20 World Cup 2026 Group B clash at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Friday (Feb 13), pulling off one of the biggest upsets of the tournament so far. Chasing 169, Australia were bowled out for 146. Matt Renshaw was the top scorer with 65 runs from 44 balls, hitting five fours and one six. Glenn Maxwell scored 31 runs from 32 balls with one four and one six, while Travis Head contributed 17 runs. The rest of the batters failed to reach double figures. For Zimbabwe, Blessing Muzarabani led the bowling attack with four wickets for 17 runs in four overs. Brad Evans took three wickets for 23 runs. Wellington Masakadza and Ryan Burl picked up one wicket each. Also Read - T20 World Cup 2026 | Namibia lost vs India but captain Erasmus creates history with best bowling figures in tournament history Earlier, Australia won the toss and decided to bowl first. Zimbabwe posted a strong total of 169 for two in 20 overs. Brian Bennett played an unbeaten innings of 64 runs from 56 balls, hitting seven fours. The team got off to a good start with a 61-run opening partnership in 45 balls. Tadiwanashe Marumani scored 35 runs from 21 balls before getting out. Ryan Burl then added 35 runs from 30 balls and shared a 70-run stand with Bennett. Captain Sikandar Raza scored a quick 25 runs from 13 balls to help Zimbabwe reach a competitive total. For Australia, Marcus Stoinis and Cameron Green took one wicket each, but the other bowlers could not make much impact. Also Read - IPL 2026 | Rajasthan Royals set to name new captain & it is not Ravindra Jadeja Australia’s chase started on a poor note, as opener Josh Inglis scored just eight runs and Travis Head made 17. Cameron Green and Tim David were both out for a duck. Although Maxwell and Renshaw tried to rebuild the innings, but they could not take their team to victory. With this win, Zimbabwe have improved their position on the points table and will aim to continue their strong performance in the T20 World Cup 2026.

With this win, Zimbabwe have improved their position on the points table and will aim to continue their strong performance in the T20 World Cup 2026.

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Fiery bowling spells from pace trio of Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava and an all-round performance by Sikandar Raza powered Zimbabwe to a 31-run win over Ireland in their Group B, round one match of ICC T20 World Cup 2022 in Hobart on Monday. Zimbabwe's put up a clinical performance to tame the Irish, a side with a dangerous batting lineup.&nbsp;

First, it was Raza's 82 off 48 that powered Zimbabwe to 174/7, then Muzarbani (3/23) was the lead act in his side's success with the ball, restricting Ireland to 143/9 in 20 overs. Chasing 175, Ireland was off to a horrendous start.

Medium-pace duo of Richard Ngarava and Blessing Muzarabani unleashed terror on Ireland, sending back Paul Stirling (0), Lorcan Tucker (11), Harry Tector (1) and captain Andrew Balbirnie (3) within a space of just 22 runs in 3.5 overs. Curtis Campher and George Dockrell joined forces to take their side safely through powerplay overs. At the end of the powerplay in six overs, Ireland was at 33/4, with Dockrell (4*) and Campher (6*).&nbsp;

Ireland crossed the 50-run mark in eight overs. The partnership between the duo ended at 42 runs after a delivery by Sikandar Raza castled Dockrell's middle stump. He was back in the pavillion for 24 off 20 balls. Ireland was five down for 64 runs. Campher and Gareth Delany added 27 more runs to the total before Sean Williams dislodged the former's stumps, dismissing him for 27 off 22 balls.&nbsp;

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Ireland crossed the 100-run mark in 13.5 overs and still needed 75 runs in 37 balls. Medium pacer Tendai Chatara strengthened Zimbabwe's hold in the match, dismissing Delany (24) and Simi Singh (0) to reduce their opponents to 102/8 in 14.5 overs. Muzarabani got his third wicket in the match when he dismissed Mark Adair for 9 off 10 balls. Ireland finished their innings at 143/9 in 20 overs, losing the match by 31 runs.&nbsp;

Barry McCarthy (22*) and Joshua Little (7*) were unbeaten for their side. Muzarbani (3/23) was the standout bowler for Zimbabwe and troubled the opponents with his line and length. Chatara and Ngarava took 2/22 each. Williams and Raza got one wicket each. Put to bat first by Ireland, pacer Joshua Little gave Zimbabwe two jolts, sending back wicketkeeper-batter Regis Chakabva (0) and Wesley Madhevere (22).&nbsp;

Skipper Craig Ervine was also dismissed by spinner Simi Singh after being stumped by wicketkeeper-batter Lorcan Tucker for 9. Zimbabwe was reduced to 37/3 in 5.3 overs. After the powerplay, Zimbabwe was at 41/3 in six overs, Sikandar Raza (2*) and Sean Williams (1*).&nbsp;

Sean Williams and Sikandar Raza stabilised the innings, keeping the scoreboard ticking. Simi got his second wicket in the match on the final ball of the 10th over when a relay catch by Mark Adair and Harry Tector dismissed Sean for 12 off 11 balls. Zimbabwe was at 79/4 in 10 overs.&nbsp;

Raza and Milton Shumba helped Zimbabwe cross the 100-run mark in 12.2 overs. Raza continued his lethal run of form, slamming a full-length delivery by Gareth Delany over wide long-on to bring his half-century in just 26 balls. Raza and Shumba brought up their 50-run stand. Their partnership was cut short by 58 runs soon after Shumba gave a catch to Little at short fine leg on a delivery by pacer Mark Adair. He was dismissed for 16 off 14 balls.&nbsp;

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At the time of his dismissal, Zimbabwe was 137/5 in 15.5 overs. Little picked up his third wicket of the match, sending back Ryan Burl (1). Raza and Luke Jongwe helped Zimbabwe finish their innings at 174/7 in 20 overs. Raza scored 82* off just 48 balls before being dismissed by Adair on the final ball of the innings.&nbsp;

Jongwe was unbeaten on 20 off 10 balls at the other end. Little was the pick of the bowlers for Ireland, finishing with 3/24 in his four overs. Adair (2/39) and Simi Singh (2/31) also delivered some solid spells for Ireland.&nbsp;

Brief Scores: Zimbabwe: 174/7 in 20 overs (Sikandar Raza 82, Wesley Madhevere 22, Joshua Little 3/24) defeated Ireland: 143/9 in 20 overs (Curtis Campher 27, George Dockrell 20, Blessing Muzarbani 3/23) by 31 runs. (ANI)

Fiery bowling spells from pace trio of Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava and an all-round performance by Sikandar Raza powered Zimbabwe to a 31-run win over Ireland in their Group B, round one match of ICC T20 World Cup 2022 in Hobart on Monday.

Fiery bowling spells from pace trio of Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava and an all-round performance by Sikandar Raza powered Zimbabwe to a 31-run win over Ireland in their Group B, round one match of ICC T20 World Cup 2022 in Hobart on Monday. Zimbabwe's put up a clinical performance to tame the Irish, a side with a dangerous batting lineup. First, it was Raza's 82 off 48 that powered Zimbabwe to 174/7, then Muzarbani (3/23) was the lead act in his side's success with the ball, restricting Ireland to 143/9 in 20 overs. Chasing 175, Ireland was off to a horrendous start. Medium-pace duo of Richard Ngarava and Blessing Muzarabani unleashed terror on Ireland, sending back Paul Stirling (0), Lorcan Tucker (11), Harry Tector (1) and captain Andrew Balbirnie (3) within a space of just 22 runs in 3.5 overs. Curtis Campher and George Dockrell joined forces to take their side safely through powerplay overs. At the end of the powerplay in six overs, Ireland was at 33/4, with Dockrell (4*) and Campher (6*). Ireland crossed the 50-run mark in eight overs. The partnership between the duo ended at 42 runs after a delivery by Sikandar Raza castled Dockrell's middle stump. He was back in the pavillion for 24 off 20 balls. Ireland was five down for 64 runs. Campher and Gareth Delany added 27 more runs to the total before Sean Williams dislodged the former's stumps, dismissing him for 27 off 22 balls. Also Read: Bowlers run riot as Scotland stun two-time champions West Indies in T20 World Cup 2022 Ireland crossed the 100-run mark in 13.5 overs and still needed 75 runs in 37 balls. Medium pacer Tendai Chatara strengthened Zimbabwe's hold in the match, dismissing Delany (24) and Simi Singh (0) to reduce their opponents to 102/8 in 14.5 overs. Muzarabani got his third wicket in the match when he dismissed Mark Adair for 9 off 10 balls. Ireland finished their innings at 143/9 in 20 overs, losing the match by 31 runs. Barry McCarthy (22*) and Joshua Little (7*) were unbeaten for their side. Muzarbani (3/23) was the standout bowler for Zimbabwe and troubled the opponents with his line and length. Chatara and Ngarava took 2/22 each. Williams and Raza got one wicket each. Put to bat first by Ireland, pacer Joshua Little gave Zimbabwe two jolts, sending back wicketkeeper-batter Regis Chakabva (0) and Wesley Madhevere (22). Skipper Craig Ervine was also dismissed by spinner Simi Singh after being stumped by wicketkeeper-batter Lorcan Tucker for 9. Zimbabwe was reduced to 37/3 in 5.3 overs. After the powerplay, Zimbabwe was at 41/3 in six overs, Sikandar Raza (2*) and Sean Williams (1*). Sean Williams and Sikandar Raza stabilised the innings, keeping the scoreboard ticking. Simi got his second wicket in the match on the final ball of the 10th over when a relay catch by Mark Adair and Harry Tector dismissed Sean for 12 off 11 balls. Zimbabwe was at 79/4 in 10 overs. Raza and Milton Shumba helped Zimbabwe cross the 100-run mark in 12.2 overs. Raza continued his lethal run of form, slamming a full-length delivery by Gareth Delany over wide long-on to bring his half-century in just 26 balls. Raza and Shumba brought up their 50-run stand. Their partnership was cut short by 58 runs soon after Shumba gave a catch to Little at short fine leg on a delivery by pacer Mark Adair. He was dismissed for 16 off 14 balls. Also Read: From Shikhar Dhawan to Jasprit Bumrah: Star players who are not part of India's T20 World Cup squad At the time of his dismissal, Zimbabwe was 137/5 in 15.5 overs. Little picked up his third wicket of the match, sending back Ryan Burl (1). Raza and Luke Jongwe helped Zimbabwe finish their innings at 174/7 in 20 overs. Raza scored 82* off just 48 balls before being dismissed by Adair on the final ball of the innings. Jongwe was unbeaten on 20 off 10 balls at the other end. Little was the pick of the bowlers for Ireland, finishing with 3/24 in his four overs. Adair (2/39) and Simi Singh (2/31) also delivered some solid spells for Ireland. Brief Scores: Zimbabwe: 174/7 in 20 overs (Sikandar Raza 82, Wesley Madhevere 22, Joshua Little 3/24) defeated Ireland: 143/9 in 20 overs (Curtis Campher 27, George Dockrell 20, Blessing Muzarbani 3/23) by 31 runs. (ANI)

Sikandar Raza, Blessing Muzarabani star as Zimbabwe thrash Ireland by 31 runs in T20 World Cup 2022

Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani is all set to join the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) franchise ahead of the start of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022. Lucknow have been looking for a replacement after England pacer Mark Wood was ruled out of the upcoming season due to an injury.

Lucknow Super Giants had first approached the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) to rope in Taskin Ahmed as a replacement for Wood for IPL 2022. However, the BCB refused to provide a No Objection Certificate to the Bangladesh pacer to take part in the league. Taskin is currently with the Bangladesh squad on their ongoing tour of South Africa.

After failing to land Taskin, Lucknow have identified Muzarbani as one of their prime targets. It is not yet known whether the Zimbabwe pacer will join the franchise as Wood's replacement or a net bowler for IPL 2022. The official Twitter handle of the Indian Ambassador in Zimbabwe confirmed Muzarbani's departure from his country for India to join Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2022.

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If Muzarbani joins Lucknow Super Giants as a replacement for Wood and not a net bowler, he will become the first Zimbabwean to be part of the IPL in eight years. Brendan Taylor (Sunrisers Hyderabad), Ray Price (Mumbai Indians) and Tatenda Taibu (Kolkata Knight Riders) are the only two other Zimbabwe players to have featured in the IPL so far.

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Muzarabani had impressed with his performances against Pakistan last year where he troubled the likes of Babar Azam and others with his pace. The 25-year-old has so far played 40 T20 matches in his career and has 44 wickets to his name at an average of 25.97 and an economy of just under 8.

He will be joining the likes of Jason Holder, Avesh Khan and Marcus Stoinis among others to form a formidable pacer attack for the Lucknow Super Giants in the upcoming season.

Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani is all set to join the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) franchise ahead of the start of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022. Lucknow have been looking for a replacement after England pacer Mark Wood was ruled out of the upcoming season due to an injury.

Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani is all set to join the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) franchise ahead of the start of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022. Lucknow have been looking for a replacement after England pacer Mark Wood was ruled out of the upcoming season due to an injury. Lucknow Super Giants had first approached the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) to rope in Taskin Ahmed as a replacement for Wood for IPL 2022. However, the BCB refused to provide a No Objection Certificate to the Bangladesh pacer to take part in the league. Taskin is currently with the Bangladesh squad on their ongoing tour of South Africa. After failing to land Taskin, Lucknow have identified Muzarbani as one of their prime targets. It is not yet known whether the Zimbabwe pacer will join the franchise as Wood's replacement or a net bowler for IPL 2022. The official Twitter handle of the Indian Ambassador in Zimbabwe confirmed Muzarbani's departure from his country for India to join Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2022. Ambassador met with Mr Blessing Muzarabani, the Zimbabwean bowler, as he prepared to leave for #IPL2022. Ambassador wished him & his team #LucknowSuperGiants the very best. #IndiaAt75 @IndianDiplomacy @MEAIndia @iccr_hq pic.twitter.com/8AMPO9Xbyd — India in Zimbabwe (@IndiainZimbabwe) March 21, 2022 × If Muzarbani joins Lucknow Super Giants as a replacement for Wood and not a net bowler, he will become the first Zimbabwean to be part of the IPL in eight years. Brendan Taylor (Sunrisers Hyderabad), Ray Price (Mumbai Indians) and Tatenda Taibu (Kolkata Knight Riders) are the only two other Zimbabwe players to have featured in the IPL so far. Also Read: From Jasprit Bumrah to Kagiso Rabada: A look at five players who might win Purple Cap in IPL 2022 Muzarabani had impressed with his performances against Pakistan last year where he troubled the likes of Babar Azam and others with his pace. The 25-year-old has so far played 40 T20 matches in his career and has 44 wickets to his name at an average of 25.97 and an economy of just under 8. He will be joining the likes of Jason Holder, Avesh Khan and Marcus Stoinis among others to form a formidable pacer attack for the Lucknow Super Giants in the upcoming season.

Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani all set to join Lucknow Super Giants ahead of IPL 2022

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