Proteas vs. Zimbabwe: T20 Tri-Series Kicks Off in Harare!
The highly anticipated T20 Tri-Series, featuring Zimbabwe, South Africa, and New Zealand, has begun at the Harare Sports Club. This unique format will see each team battling it out twice in the group stage, with the top two teams advancing to the final on July 26th. Cricket fans across South Africa and Zimbabwe are buzzing with excitement!
Zimbabwe, under the leadership of experienced all-rounder Sikandar Raza, is determined to prove their mettle against top-tier nations. The return of key players like Richard Ngarava and Brian Bennett adds strength to their squad.
Meanwhile, South Africa, captained by Rassie van der Dussen, is fielding a youthful and exciting squad. Keep an eye out for uncapped talents like Lhuan-dre Pretorius, who are all eager to make a name for themselves and potentially secure a spot in the next T20 World Cup squad. This series is a crucial opportunity for these young Proteas to showcase their skills.
New Zealand a Force to Be Reckoned With
New Zealand, led by Mitchell Santner and new coach Rob Walter, boasts a strong, first-choice squad. Despite some late additions like Devon Conway and Jimmy Neesham due to Major League Cricket (MLC) commitments, they remain the favorites to win the series.
While New Zealand is heavily favoured, don't underestimate the potential of South Africa's young Proteas to cause a few upsets. Their youthful energy and hunger for success could make them a dangerous opponent for any team.
Where to Watch in India (Unfortunately, Not on TV!)
For fans in India, unfortunately, the Zimbabwe T20 tri-series will not be broadcast live on TV. However, all matches can be streamed live on the Fancode app and website.
Here's the schedule:
- 1st Match: Zimbabwe vs South Africa - July 14 - 4:30 PM IST - Harare
- 2nd Match: New Zealand vs South Africa - July 16 - 4:30 PM IST - Harare
- 3rd Match: Zimbabwe vs New Zealand - July 18 - 4:30 PM IST - Harare
- 4th Match: Zimbabwe vs South Africa - July 20 - 4:30 PM IST - Harare
- 5th Match: New Zealand vs South Africa - July 22 - 4:30 PM IST - Harare
- 6th Match: Zimbabwe vs New Zealand - July 24 - 4:30 PM IST - Harare
- Final - TBA vs TBA - July 26 - 4:30 PM IST - Harare
The Zimbabwe squad includes players like Sikandar Raza (C), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, and Wellington Masakadza.