Zimbabwean cricket faces a gradual decline as they recently suffered a defeat against Uganda, a team ranked 23rd in the ICC rankings. The match, held at the United Cricket Club in Windhoek, Namibia, saw Zimbabwe bat first and post a total of 136 runs for the loss of 7 wickets. Uganda achieved the win with 5 balls to spare.
Uganda has joined Namibia as the second team from the African region to qualify for the main event of the 2024 T20 World Cup. Unfortunately, Zimbabwe's journey in the tournament comes to an end.
In a setback for Zimbabwe cricket, two prominent players, Wesley Madhevere and Brandon Mavuta, have faced disciplinary action for violating anti-doping rules. The Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) authority has imposed bans on both players, preventing them from participating in any cricket activities until a hearing is conducted.
Sri Lanka is set to witness a change in leadership during the upcoming T20 and ODI series against Zimbabwe. Dasun Shanaka, following the World Cup disappointment, is no longer at the helm. The Sri Lanka Cricket Board has appointed Wanindu Hasaranga as the captain for the T20 series and Kushal Mendis for the ODI series.
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is contemplating a delay in the scheduled Test series against Zimbabwe, part of the 14 Tests planned for 2024. BCB has initiated discussions with the Zimbabwe Board, and although verbal agreement to postpone the Test series has been reached, nothing is confirmed yet.
