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Car wash attendant steals bag with cash and gun

A 20-year-old car wash attendant, Albert Chimukuyu, has been convicted of theft after stealing a client's bag containing US$10,000 in cash and a loaded Makarov pistol from a Mercedes Benz in Harare.Chimukuyu committed the crime on March 21…

Published: 06 Sep 2025 at 17:47hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe women clinch Africa qualifier title

Zimbabwe Women were crowned champions of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier after a commanding nine-wicket victory over hosts Namibia at the Namibia Cricket Ground.Namibia set a modest target of 116, finishing on 115 for seven …

Published: 06 Sep 2025 at 17:46hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe cricket star becomes World No. 1 ODI all-rounder

Zimbabwe cricket star Sikandar Raza has climbed to the top of the ICC Men's ODI all-rounder rankings for the first time in his career, following a stellar performance in the two-match series against Sri Lanka in Harare.The 39-year-old vete…

Published: 04 Sep 2025 at 07:26hrs | 177 | by Staff reporter

Chevrons fall short

Zimbabwe's national cricket team, the Chevrons, fought hard but fell to a five-wicket defeat against Sri Lanka in the second and final One Day International (ODI) at Harare Sports Club on Sunday, handing the visitors a 2-0 series win.Batti…

Published: 01 Sep 2025 at 05:52hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe names 16-man squad for Sri Lanka ODI series

Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has named a 16-man squad for the upcoming two-match One Day International (ODI) series against Sri Lanka, starting Friday at Harare Sports Club.The side will be captained by Craig Ervine and features the much-anticipa…

Published: 25 Aug 2025 at 20:55hrs | 59 | by Staff reporter

Stanbic Bank sponsored Stragglers Cricket week returns with 540 players

Zimbabwe's flagship junior cricket development initiative, the Stragglers Junior Cricket Week, is set to commence on 25 August, bringing together 540 aspiring cricketers for a week of immersive training and spirited competition at St Georg…

Published: 20 Aug 2025 at 22:32hrs | | by Agencies

Zimbabwe Cricket president Coltart

Zimbabwe Cricket president Tavengwa Mukuhlani has hit back at critics, defending his administration and accusing former Bulawayo mayor David Coltart of misleading the public in a heated war of words over allegations of racism, tribalism, a…

Published: 16 Aug 2025 at 13:29hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean businessman launches soccer team in Botswana Premiership

Zimbabwean businessman Tendani Sebata has officially launched his new football club, Black Lions FC, which will compete in the Botswana Premiership.Sebata's latest venture into the football scene comes shortly after his departure from Bots…

Published: 15 Aug 2025 at 21:52hrs | | by Staff reporter

Racism accused Coltart fires back as Zimbabwe Cricket

Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has found itself under intense public scrutiny after its attempt to dismiss Bulawayo Mayor David Coltart's criticisms as a â€œracially motivated smear campaignâ€ drew widespread rejection from cricket supporters acro…

Published: 15 Aug 2025 at 20:49hrs | 900 | by Staff reporter

'David Coltart targeting black administrators'

Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has accused former Sports Minister David Coltart of targeting its black administrators with "baseless accusations" in a sharp rebuttal to his criticism of the board following the national team's humiliating Test serie…

Published: 13 Aug 2025 at 09:00hrs | 251 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Cricket hits back at Coltart over racism claims

Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has launched a strong rebuttal against what it describes as a long-running smear campaign by Bulawayo Mayor David Coltart, accusing him of targeting black administrators with unfounded allegations of racism.In a state…

Published: 12 Aug 2025 at 14:41hrs | 940 | by Staff reporter

New Zealand crushes Zimbabwe

Match summary: New Zealand 601 for 3 (Ravindra 165*, Conway 153, Nicholls 150*, Muzarabani 1-101) lead Zimbabwe 125 by 476 runsNew Zealand took a stranglehold of the second Test against Zimbabwe with a commanding batting performance on day…

Published: 09 Aug 2025 at 13:14hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's disastrous Tri-Series sparks calls for reforms

Zimbabwe's dismal performance in the just-ended T20 International Triangular Series, hosted on home soil and featuring South Africa and New Zealand, has exposed deep cracks within the country's cricket setup and triggered renewed calls for…

Published: 28 Jul 2025 at 18:55hrs | 136 | by Staff reporter

New Zealand crushes Zimbabwe

New Zealand continued their dominant run in the T20 tri-series with a comprehensive 60-run victory over hosts Zimbabwe on Thursday, securing their fourth consecutive win in the league stage. Tim Seifert starred again, smashing his second s…

Published: 25 Jul 2025 at 12:17hrs | | by Staff reporter

New Zealand thrash Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe's batting frailties were once more laid bare as New Zealand coasted to a commanding eight-wicket victory in the third match of the T20 International Tri-Series at Harare Sports Club on Friday.After being put in to bat, Zimbabwe co…

Published: 19 Jul 2025 at 09:11hrs | 197 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe cricket hapless and hopeless

It was a comprehensive and ruthless display of cricketing dominance at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo today, as South Africa completed an innings and 236-run demolition of Zimbabwe to seal a 2-0 Test series sweep.The Chevrons resumed their…

Published: 08 Jul 2025 at 15:58hrs | 237 | by Staff reporter

South Africa crushes Zimbabwe

South Africa powered to its ninth consecutive Test victory on Tuesday, crushing Zimbabwe by a staggering 328 runs at Queens Sports Club to equal the country's longest winning streak in men's Test cricket.The emphatic win matches the Protea…

Published: 02 Jul 2025 at 09:40hrs | | by Staff reporter

South Africa set Zimbabwe world record 537 target for victory in Bulawayo

Corbin Bosch claimed the wicket of Zimbabwe opener Takudzwanashe Kaitano in the final over to leave the home team on 32 for one in 18.2 overs in their second innings, still 505 runs shy of the unlikeliest of victories on the third day of t…

Published: 30 Jun 2025 at 21:19hrs | 363 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe set to make Women's Championship debut during New Zealand tour

The three ODIs on the tour, scheduled for March 5, 8 and 11 in Dunedin, will be Zimbabwe's debut in the ICC Women's Championship, the primary pathway for World Cup qualification. Zimbabwe's inclusion has expanded the Women's Championship f…

Published: 26 Jun 2025 at 09:15hrs | 32 | by Staff reporter

Proteas arrive in Zimbabwe ahead of two Test matches against Chevrons

The ICC World Test Champions, South Africa, touched down in Bulawayo on Tuesday ahead of their eagerly awaited two-Test series against Zimbabwe at Queens Sports Club. The series is set to kick off on Saturday, June 28, running through to J…

Published: 25 Jun 2025 at 09:09hrs | 119 | by Staff reporter

England rekindle Zimbabwe rivalry in first encounter since 2007

The restoration of cricketing ties between England and Zimbabwe will become complete on Thursday when Trent Bridge plays host to a standalone four-day test between the two nations.For Ben Stokes' men the unique fixture provides a tune-up b…

Published: 22 May 2025 at 11:40hrs | 175 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe begin England Test preparations in Leicester

Zimbabwe's national cricket team held their first training session in Leicester on Monday, kicking off preparations for a historic one-off Test match against England set to take place at Trent Bridge in Nottingham from May 22 to 25.The lan…

Published: 13 May 2025 at 09:55hrs | 135 | by Staff reporter

Cocaine was found in Rabada's urine sample

South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada has returned to professional cricket following a one-month suspension for a positive cocaine test, the South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS) confirmed.The banned substance was detected …

Published: 11 May 2025 at 18:54hrs | 1059 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe clinch historic test win over Bangladesh in thrilling finish

Zimbabwe recorded a memorable three-wicket victory over Bangladesh in a nail-biting Test match, marking their first red-ball triumph over the hosts in seven years - and their first Test win in over four years.After gaining a crucial 82-run…

Published: 23 Apr 2025 at 23:02hrs | 148 | by Staff reporter

High-level international cricket meetings set for Zimbabwe

In a significant boost to Zimbabwe's global cricketing profile, Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) is set to host high-level International Cricket Council (ICC) Board and Committee Meetings this week, attracting some of the most influential figures in …

Published: 10 Apr 2025 at 09:06hrs | 64 | by Staff reporter

Controversy erupts over Zimbabwe Cricket team selections

The selection process for Zimbabwe's national cricket team has long been mired in controversy, with accusations of favoritism and a persistent snub of genuinely deserving players. Critics argue that selectors routinely grant repeated oppor…

Published: 08 Mar 2025 at 15:36hrs | 885 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe referee for ICC Men's Champions Trophy

Former Zimbabwe cricketer Andrew Pycroft has been selected as one of the match referees for the prestigious International Cricket Council (ICC) Men's Champions Trophy, set to be co-hosted by Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates from Febru…

Published: 06 Feb 2025 at 07:29hrs | 76 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe seeks redemption against Ireland

Zimbabwe's cricket captain, Craig Ervine, expressed optimism yesterday as the Chevrons gear up to face Ireland in a one-off Test match starting today at Queens Sports Club. The match presents an opportunity for Zimbabwe to correct the mist…

Published: 06 Feb 2025 at 07:24hrs | | by Staff reporter

Ben Curran named in Zimbabwe ODI squad

Ben Curran, the younger brother of England internationals Sam and Tom Curran, has been included in Zimbabwe's squad for their upcoming one-day international (ODI) series against Afghanistan.The 28-year-old batsman is the son of the late Ke…

Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 15:47hrs | 165 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe pick up a consolation win by 2 wickets

Young all-rounder Tinotenda Maposa made a memorable Twenty20 debut and earned Zimbabwe a sensational two-wicket consolation win in the third and final game of the series on Thursday.Zimbabwe's batters stumbled for the third successive time…

Published: 05 Dec 2024 at 17:18hrs | 146 | by Staff reporter

Chevrons hit rock bottom in record-breaking defeat to Pakistan

Zimbabwe's performance in yesterday's T20I against Pakistan at Queens Sports Club was nothing short of disastrous, culminating in a humiliating 10-wicket defeat. The loss handed Pakistan an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series, …

Published: 04 Dec 2024 at 06:38hrs | 56 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe and Ireland plead for more Test cricket

MARK Adair raised both arms in triumph after the powerfully-built bowler smashed a boundary to seal Ireland's first Test victory at home.As Zimbabwe slumped off the turf in Stormont, completing Northern Ireland's first Test as hosts, jubil…

Published: 26 Aug 2024 at 08:10hrs | 200 | by Staff reporter

England to host Zimbabwe for one Test in 2025

After a gap of more than two decades, England will play a men's test match against Zimbabwe next year, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced Thursday.The one-off Test will take place at Trent Bridge on 22 May, and is followed…

Published: 24 Aug 2024 at 19:07hrs | 239 | by Staff reporter

Why does test cricket still captivate fans?

Introduction  Few sports can boast the international appeal of cricket, and while other versions of the game might have taken the limelight over the last decade, there's still a big audience for test matches. Plenty of diehard cricket…

Published: 16 Aug 2024 at 10:23hrs | 418 | by Staff Reporter

India bounce back with a 100-run win over Zimbabwe

Abhishek Sharma slammed a 46-ball century as India bounced back with a 100-run win over Zimbabwe in the second Twenty20 international at the Harare Sports Club on Sunday.Sharma, playing in his second international match, made 100 in an Ind…

Published: 08 Jul 2024 at 11:09hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter

South African named Zimbabwe cricket coach

Zimbabwe Cricket said Wednesday it had appointed South African Justin Sammons as its new men's head coach.Sammons was a former batting coach with his home country's national team, the Proteas.Dave Houghton resigned as Zimbabwe's head coach…

Published: 20 Jun 2024 at 16:02hrs | 12 | by Associated Press

Zimbabwe miss out on 2026 T20I World Cup automatic qualification

In 2026, the Zimbabwe men's cricket team faced the disappointment of missing direct qualification for the T20I World Cup. The International Cricket Council announced 12 teams for automatic qualification, excluding Zimbabwe due to recent po…

Published: 19 Jun 2024 at 11:21hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa salutes Lady Chevrons

PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has hailed the national women's cricket team for winning gold at the ongoing African Games in Accra, Ghana.The Lady Chevrons made history by becoming the first team to win cricket gold at the African Games after beating…

Published: 15 Mar 2024 at 07:09hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Utseya resigns

THE Zimbabwe U19 camp remained united yesterday amid reports that Prosper Utseya will leave his coaching post after the team's campaign in the Men's U19 World Cup where they face-off with hosts South Africa in a Super Six fixture this morn…

Published: 31 Jan 2024 at 04:53hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa launches ZimAfro T10

PRESIDENT Mnangagwa yesterday said the hosting of the historic Zim Afro T10 on Zimbabwean soil for the first time was a step in the right direction as it fits into Government's thrust to remodel the sport and recreation sector into a multi…

Published: 21 Jul 2023 at 06:31hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe out of Cricket World Cup

For the second time in two Qualifiers, Zimbabwe have fallen short at the final hurdle, and as a result they won't be at the 2023 World Cup. They needed to win one of their last two matches, just as in 2018, and they failed to do it, just a…

Published: 04 Jul 2023 at 17:13hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Sean Williams gives Zimbabwe advantage in crucial World Cup qualifier

Veteran all-rounder Sean Williams starred with the ball taking three wickets for 41 as Zimbabwe restricted Scotland to 234 for eight at the half stage of a tie which will decide Zimbabwe's World Cup face.The hosts now need to score 235 run…

Published: 04 Jul 2023 at 13:39hrs | 16 | by Staff reporter

International cricket stars for Zim Afro T10

AN ARRAY of international cricket stars is expected to descend on Zimbabwe in the next two weeks for the inaugural Zim Cyber City Afro T10 following the success of the player draft conducted yesterday.The playing squads were confirmed yest…

Published: 04 Jul 2023 at 08:26hrs | | by Staff reporter

Spiritual home of Black cricket in Zimbabwe finally gets international recognition

Bill Flower realized 30 years ago that cricket wouldn't survive, let alone bloom, in Zimbabwe unless it reached out to the country's Black majority and found a place in their hearts.Part of his plan finally came together two weeks ago when…

Published: 03 Jul 2023 at 13:09hrs | 19 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe is 2 wins away from 2023 Cricket World Cup

IN the ongoing World Cup Qualifiers, Zimbabwe are two wins away from joining South Africa in the World Cup that will start in India in October.The competition in the World Cup Qualifiers is intensifying in Zimbabwe as the tournament is wel…

Published: 02 Jul 2023 at 08:16hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe strengthen CWC23 qualification hopes with Oman win

Zimbabwe's undefeated run in the tournament continued as they overcame a spirited Oman at Bulawayo.Oman showed fight with the bat, but weren't able to overcome the mammoth Zimbabwe total in the opening game of the Super Six stage in the IC…

Published: 29 Jun 2023 at 21:01hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe crush USA

PRESIDENT Mnangagwa yesterday praised the Zimbabwe Cricket national team for their excellent performance after a record breaking 304 runs win against the United States of America (USA) at Harare Sports Club and urged Bulawayo residents to …

Published: 27 Jun 2023 at 06:37hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Chevrons playing Super Six in Bulawayo

QUEENS Sports Club is set to host five Super Six matches of the 2023 Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifiers starting on Thursday.From the five games, three will feature the Chevrons who will go into the stage as A2 (Group A number two) even if…

Published: 26 Jun 2023 at 06:47hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe stun West Indies

Zimbabwe enhanced their chance of qualifying for the ICC World Cup after claiming a massive 35-run win over West Indies in a qualifier at Harare Sports Club on Saturday.Sikandar Raza started with the bat as he struck a valiant 68 run from …

Published: 24 Jun 2023 at 17:19hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe takes cricket centre stage

IN a stirring display of confidence, President Mnangagwa yesterday hailed Zimbabwe's selection as the host of the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier, expressing his belief in the nation's leadership and organisational prowess.Speaking at the …

Published: 17 Jun 2023 at 08:05hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter

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