Zimbabwe Gears Up for Historic Cricket Season Hosting South Africa and New Zealand

Zimbabwe is set to host South Africa and New Zealand for an exciting cricket season featuring a two-Test series and a T20I triangular series. This marks Zimbabwe's first Test meet against South Africa in six years and against New Zealand in seven years, promising thrilling cricket action.

Zimbabwe is preparing for a significant cricket season, hosting South Africa and New Zealand for a two-Test series and a T20I triangular series from June 28 to August 11. This marks Zimbabwe's first Test clash with South Africa since 2017 and New Zealand since 2016.

The season kicks off with a Test series against South Africa in Bulawayo on June 28 and July 6. Following this, the T20I tri-series will commence, with each team playing twice in the league phase from July 14 to July 24, culminating in a final on July 26. Harare will host the entire series, concluding with Tests against New Zealand in Bulawayo from July 30 to August 7.

Givemore Makoni, Zimbabwe Cricket's managing director, expressed enthusiasm about this major international home season. He views it as a substantial opportunity for Zimbabwean players to face two powerhouse teams, enhancing their skills and boosting cricket's popularity in the country. Makoni described it as the biggest international home season in years, emphasizing its significance for cricket development in Zimbabwe.

(With inputs from agencies.)