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Conway chases fifth ton in test cricket as New Zealand reaches 174-3 against Zimbabwe
BULAWAYO, Zimbabwe (AP) — Devon Conway moved closer to his fifth test hundred on Thursday as New Zealand took firm control of its first cricket test against Zimbabwe in almost nine years. Conway was 87 not out as New Zealand progressed to 174-3 at lunch on Day 2, 25 runs ahead of Zimbabwe's below-par first innings 149. Zimbabwe couldn't have asked for a better start when tall fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani (2-50) had Will Young (41) caught at forward short leg off the first ball after the Black Caps resumed on 92-0. Nick Welch moved timely to his left and grabbed a stunning one-handed catch to dismiss Young before Henry Nicholls (34) and Conway produced a 66-run stand. Both left-handed batters were briefly troubled by pace bowler Newman Nyamhuri, when edges fell short of the fielders behind the wicket, before Conway lifted New Zealand past Zimbabwe's first-innings score with a straight-driven boundary off Nyamhuri. Nicholls, playing his first test since Dec. 2023, completed 3,000 test runs when he reached 27 but gifted his wicket when he slashed Muzarabani straight to Brian Bennett at gully. Sikandar Raza got some turn from the pitch and accounted for Rachin Ravindra (2), when captain Craig Ervine caught him at the second attempt as the lone slip. Conway, who had completed his half-century on Day 1, was fluent with his driving, especially on the off side, bisecting the fielders against anything over-pitched by Zimbabwe's fast bowlers. He has hit 12 fours and will resume with Daryl Mitchell, who is unbeaten on 9. The two-match series is not part of the World Test Championship. ___ AP cricket:
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Conway chases fifth ton in test cricket as New Zealand reaches 174-3 against Zimbabwe
BULAWAYO, Zimbabwe (AP) — Devon Conway moved closer to his fifth test hundred on Thursday as New Zealand took firm control of its first cricket test against Zimbabwe in almost nine years. Conway was 87 not out as New Zealand progressed to 174-3 at lunch on Day 2, 25 runs ahead of Zimbabwe's below-par first innings 149. Zimbabwe couldn't have asked for a better start when tall fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani (2-50) had Will Young (41) caught at forward short leg off the first ball after the Black Caps resumed on 92-0. Nick Welch moved timely to his left and grabbed a stunning one-handed catch to dismiss Young before Henry Nicholls (34) and Conway produced a 66-run stand. Both left-handed batters were briefly troubled by pace bowler Newman Nyamhuri, when edges fell short of the fielders behind the wicket, before Conway lifted New Zealand past Zimbabwe's first-innings score with a straight-driven boundary off Nyamhuri. Nicholls, playing his first test since Dec. 2023, completed 3,000 test runs when he reached 27 but gifted his wicket when he slashed Muzarabani straight to Brian Bennett at gully. Sikandar Raza got some turn from the pitch and accounted for Rachin Ravindra (2), when captain Craig Ervine caught him at the second attempt as the lone slip. Conway, who had completed his half-century on Day 1, was fluent with his driving, especially on the off side, bisecting the fielders against anything over-pitched by Zimbabwe's fast bowlers. He has hit 12 fours and will resume with Daryl Mitchell, who is unbeaten on 9. The two-match series is not part of the World Test Championship. ___ AP cricket:
News18
24-07-2025
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Zimbabwe vs New Zealand Live Cricket Score 6th T20I ZIM vs NZ Latest Scorecard Harare Sports Club Match Updates
Live now Last Updated: Zimbabwe vs New Zealand Live Cricket Score 6th T20I: Follow ZIM vs NZ T20I Match ball-by-ball updates, latest scorecard, and key moments from Harare. Zimbabwe vs New Zealand Live Cricket Score 6th T20I: Follow Scorecard And Match Action From Harare Zimbabwe vs New Zealand Live Score, 6th T20I (Zimbabwe National Cricket Team vs New Zealand National Cricket Team, T20I Tri-series 2025): Welcome to the live blog of the sixth match of the ongoing T20I series in Zimbabwe. In today's contest, hosts Zimbabwe will line up against the Kiwis who have won all three matches played so far. The result of today's fixture won't have any impact on the points table as the Black Caps have already booked their place in the final and Zimbabwe are out of the race. Squads Zimbabwe: Wessly Madhevere, Brian Bennett, Clive Madande (WK), Sikandar Raza (C), Ryan Burl, Tashinga Musekiwa, Tony Munyonga, Tinotenda Maposa, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Trevor Gwandu, Blessing Muzarabani, Vincent Masekesa, Newman Nyamhuri, Tafadzwa Tsiga, Dion Myers New Zealand: Devon Conway, Tim Seifert (WK), Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (C), Zakary Foulkes, Adam Milne, William ORourke, Jacob Duffy, Ish Sodhi, James Neesham, Matt Henry, Mitchell Hay, Tim Robinson, Bevon Jacobs Jul 24, 2025 15:31 IST New Zealand, meanwhile, have ticked most boxes. Tim Seifert and Devon Conway have been among the runs, with Tim Robinson and Bevon Jacobs making the most of their chances. The bowling unit, led by Matt Henry and Jacob Duffy, has been potent, while Mitchell Santner and Adam Milne have provided control through the middle overs. Santner's men will look to maintain their unbeaten run and carry momentum into the final. So, can New Zealand continue their dominance, or will Zimbabwe find one last spark to give their fans something to cheer about? Toss and team news coming up shortly. Stay tuned! Jul 24, 2025 15:31 IST The Zimbabwean batters have struggled, failing to cross the 150-run mark in each of their outings. While Brian Bennett, Sikandar Raza, and Ryan Burl have shown flashes of form, they've lacked consistent support. With the ball, Richard Ngarava and Tinotenda Maposa have been standout performers, but the team needs a collective lift to finish their campaign on a high. Zimbabwe are reeling from three straight defeats and will be hoping to bow out of the tournament with a spirited performance in front of their home crowd. Jul 24, 2025 15:30 IST Hello and welcome to our coverage of Match 6 in the Zimbabwe T20I Tri-Series 2025. Today's clash sees hosts Zimbabwe take on New Zealand at the Harare Sports Club. While this fixture may be a dead rubber in terms of qualification with Zimbabwe already out of the running, it still promises intrigue, pride, and a chance for both teams to fine-tune their game. New Zealand, meanwhile, have been dominant, winning all three of their matches so far and booking a place in the final with a game to spare. Jul 23, 2025 15:59 IST As the T20I Tri-Series in Zimbabwe 2025 reaches its final league stage, all eyes turn to the sixth and penultimate match of the tournament, featuring the hosts Zimbabwe taking on an in-form New Zealand at the Harare Sports Club. This match might be a dead rubber in terms of qualification for the final, but both teams will be eager to end their league stage on a high. New Zealand have been the dominant force in this tri-series, showcasing their all-round brilliance by winning all three of their matches so far. Their consistent performances have already secured them a spot in the final on Saturday, where they are scheduled to face South Africa. For the Blackcaps, this game will serve as a crucial final dress rehearsal to fine-tune their strategies and maintain winning momentum before the championship clash. On the other hand, it has been a forgettable series for the home team, Zimbabwe. They have endured a challenging run, losing all three of their matches against both South Africa and New Zealand. While their chances of reaching the final are now extinguished, they will be playing for pride and a much-needed victory in front of their home crowd. A win here would provide a significant morale boost and offer some positive takeaways from the series.
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21-07-2025
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Ben Curran, Sikandar Raza Back In Zimbabwe Squad For New Zealand Tests
Last Updated: Ben Curran and Sikandar Raza return to Zimbabwe's squad for the Test series against New Zealand. Craig Ervine leads, with Sean Williams and Blessing Muzarabani as key players. Ben Curran and Sikandar Raza have returned to Zimbabwe's squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against New Zealand, scheduled to be played at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. Curran, who missed the South Africa matches due to a hand fracture, returns to the fold after regaining full fitness. He is joined in the squad by Raza, Roy Kaia, and Tanunurwa Makoni, with the quartet of Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Prince Masvaure, Wessly Madhevere, and Kundai Matigimu making way. In a further boost, Brian Bennett, who missed part of the South Africa series after suffering a concussion, is back and, as a result, Dion Myers, who had been drafted in as cover, has been left out. The team will be led by Craig Ervine, with experienced campaigners Sean Williams and Blessing Muzarabani providing key support in the batting and bowling departments, respectively. Richard Ngarava, who suffered a back injury during the Test against England, has not been included in the squad despite making his return in the ongoing T20 tri-series featuring Zimbabwe, South Africa, and New Zealand. The upcoming series will mark the first Test meeting between Zimbabwe and New Zealand since July-August 2016, when the visitors claimed a 2-0 series win at the same venue in Bulawayo. The first Test will take place from July 30 to August 3, with the second following from August 7 to 11. The series is not part of the World Test Championship. Zimbabwe are currently engaged in a T20I Tri-series also involving South Africa and New Zealand. Before that, they had played a two-match Test series with South Africa, which they lost 2-0. Zimbabwe squad: Craig Ervine (captain), Brian Bennett, Tanaka Chivanga, Ben Curran, Trevor Gwandu, Roy Kaia, Tanunurwa Makoni, Clive Madande, Vincent Masekesa, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Newman Nyamhuri, Sikandar Raza, Tafadzwa Tsiga, Nicholas Welch and Sean Williams. (With IANS Inputs) view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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20-07-2025
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Zimbabwe Vs South Africa Live Cricket Score 4th T20I: Follow Scorecard And Match Action From Harare
Zimbabwe Vs South Africa Live Score, 4th T20I (Zimbabwe National Cricket Team vs South Africa National Cricket Team, T20I Tri-series 2025): Welcome to the live blog of the fourth match of the ongoing T20I tri-series in Zimbabwe. Today's match at Harare Sports Club is taking place between hosts Zimbabwe and South Africa. With two defeats in two matches played so far, Sikandar Raza's men are at the bottom of the points table, and if they lose today's match as well, then they will get knocked out of the race to qualify for the final. South Africa, on the other hand, has two points from two matches. The Rassie van der Dussen-led side defeated Zimbabwe by five wickets in the T20I tri-series opener played on July 14 in Harare but suffered a defeat by 21 runs against New Zealand in the second match played on July 16. Toss: South Africa captain Rassie van der Dussen wins toss, opts to bowl first Playing XIs
