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Zimbabwe is set to welcome Afghanistan for an exciting cricket series this October. The tour kicks off with a one-off Test match from October 20-24 at Harare Sports Club. Following the Test, both teams will compete in three T20 internationals spread across late October and early November. This continues the growing rivalry between the two nations who last faced each other less than a year ago.

Key Points: Zimbabwe Host Afghanistan Test T20I Series Harare October

  • One-off Test match scheduled from October 20-24 at Harare Sports Club
  • Three T20 internationals to follow on October 29, 31 and November 2
  • Zimbabwe's 10th Test match in their busy 2025 calendar year
  • Afghanistan returns less than a year after their previous Zimbabwe tour
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Zimbabwe to host Afghanistan for a one-off Test match, 3 T20I series in Harare

Zimbabwe to host Afghanistan for one Test match and three T20Is at Harare Sports Club this October, continuing their growing cricket rivalry.

"Encounters between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan have become keenly contested and entertaining - Givemore Makoni, ZC Managing Director"

New Delhi, October 1

Zimbabwe to host Afghanistan for a one-off Test match and three Twenty20 internationals (T20Is) later this month, with all fixtures scheduled for Harare Sports Club,

The tour will open with the Test from October 20 to 24, marking Zimbabwe's 10th Test of a busy 2025 calendar that has already seen them face Ireland, Bangladesh, England, South Africa and New Zealand.

The teams will then shift focus to the shorter format for three T20Is on 29 and 31 October and 2 November.

ZC Managing Director Givemore Makoni said the series promised another thrilling chapter in the growing rivalry between the two sides.

"We are delighted to be hosting Afghanistan once again, this time for a one-off Test followed by three T20Is in Harare," he said. "Encounters between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan have become keenly contested and entertaining, and we are confident this upcoming tour will deliver more of the same for our fans."

Afghanistan's visit comes less than a year after their last tour of Zimbabwe, which featured three T20Is and three one-day internationals in Harare before moving to Bulawayo for a historic two-Test series played over Boxing Day and New Year's Day at Queens Sports Club.

"Afghanistan have established itself as a strong force in world cricket and we know this will be a tough but exciting challenge for our team," Makoni said. "As always, we invite our supporters to come in their numbers and rally behind our boys as they take on quality opposition."

- ANI

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Priya S
Afghanistan has come a long way in cricket! Their spin attack is world-class now. Would love to see them play more against top teams. Zimbabwe's home advantage might be crucial though.
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Sarah B
As an Indian cricket fan living abroad, it's heartening to see cricket growing beyond traditional strongholds. Both teams have passionate supporters and play exciting cricket.
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Arjun K
Zimbabwe playing their 10th Test this year? That's actually good scheduling for a change! Hope both teams get more opportunities like this. The T20 series should be fire 🔥
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Michael C
While it's good to see these matches, I wish ICC would ensure better quality pitches and facilities for such series. Sometimes the conditions don't do justice to the talent on display.
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Kavya N
Rashid Khan vs Zimbabwe batsmen will be the highlight! Afghanistan's rise in cricket is truly inspiring. Hope they continue to develop and become regulars in world cricket. 🤞

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