PAK vs ZIM: Zimbabwe Announce Squads For ODI & T20I Series Against Pakistan

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Craig Ervine and Sikandar Raza named captains as Zimbabwe announced a mix of experience and youth in their white-ball squads for the upcoming home series against Pakistan, starting on Sunday (November 24).

According to ICC, Ervine will lead the ODI side, which also features eperienced players Raza, Sean Williams, Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarava, while uncapped Trevor Gwandu, Tashinga Musekiwa and Tinotenda Maposa also found a place in the 50-over squad.

Zimbabwe's Convener of Selectors David Mutendera expressed confidence in the squad's composition which features a mix of experience and youth for the white ball matches that will be staged at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo.

"The series against Pakistan is an important platform for Zimbabwe, and we believe the ODI squad we have selected is well-rounded," Mutendera was quoted by ICC as saying. Here is a look at the ODI squad:

Zimbabwe ODI Squad vs Pakistan

Craig Ervine (captain), Faraz Akram, Brian Bennett, Joylord Gumbie, Trevor Gwandu, Clive Madande, Tinotenda Maposa, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Brandon Mavuta, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams.

Zimbabwe has also taken the call to retain the squad that had a successful ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 sub-regional qualifier in Kenya. The side, led by captain Raza, aims to build on their strong team chemistry and momentum. Notable omissions from the T20I roster include Ervine, Williams, and Joylord Gumbie.

"We felt it was essential to maintain the same T20I squad that excelled in Kenya. This continuity allows the team to build on the cohesion and confidence that drove their outstanding performance," Mutendera said about the omissions.

Mutendera highlighted the significance of the series against Pakistan, who have been formidable opponents in international cricket.

"Facing a high-calibre side like Pakistan is a tremendous opportunity for us to gauge our progress and showcase Zimbabwe's potential on the international stage. We are confident that both our ODI and T20I squads will be competitive," he added.

Zimbabwe T20I Squad vs Pakistan

Sikandar Raza (captain), Faraz Akram, Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Trevor Gwandu, Clive Madande, Wessly Madhevere, Tinotenda Maposa, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Brandon Mavuta, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava.

PAK vs ZIM ODI & T20I Schedule 2024

• 1st ODI - Sunday, 24 November
• 2nd ODI - Tuesday, 26 November
• 3rd ODI - Thursday, 28 November
• 1st T20I - Sunday, 1st December
• 2nd T20I - Tuesday, 3rd December
• 3rd T20I - Thursday, 5th December