ZIMBABWE Cricket selectors have retained the core of the T20I squad that faced Ireland for the Triangular Series involving South Africa and New Zealand at home.
The highly entertaining shorter version of the game series is set for July 16 to 26 at Harare Sports Club.
Missing in action will be crowd favourite Tadiwanashe Marumani, batsman Jonathan Campbell and wicketkeeper Nyasha Mayavo.
However, their absence creates opportunities for new talent to shine.
Legspinner Vincent Masekesa, wicketkeeper-batsmen Clive Madande and Tafadzwa Tsiga have been included in the squad, bringing fresh dynamics to the team.
Masekesa’s leg-spin could prove to be a valuable asset in the T20I format, a spot usually filled by Brandon Mavuta, while Madande and Tsiga’s wicketkeeping-batting skills will add depth to the squad.
Seamer Richard Ngarava, who was out injured for the just-ended two-match Test series against South Africa, returns for the T20I.
He was also part of the side that faced Ireland in th20I series. TNgarava’s return is set bolster the team’s bowling department, joining his twin-tower Blessing Muzarabani.
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All-rounders Ryan Burl, Tony Munyonga, Wessly Madhevere, Tashinga Musekiwa, Zimbabwe T20I captain Sikandar Raza and Tinotenda Maposa have all been retained.
Opening batsman Brian Bennett, who was out on concussion during the first Test match against South Africa in Bulawayo, is also back in the fold.
The pace trio Muzarabani, Newman Nyamhuri and Trevor Gwandu has also been retained, providing a solid foundation for the team’s bowling attack.
The Triangular Series promises to be an exciting contest, with New Zealand ranked fourth and South Africa fifth in T20Is.
Zimbabwe, ranked 12th, will be looking to upset the odds and make a statement.
The series will be a valuable experience for the hosts as they build up to the Africa T20I Qualifier, which Zimbabwe will host in September.
India, Australia and England lead the T20I rankings, occupying the top three spots.
The series will be a great opportunity for Zimbabwe to test their skills against top-ranked teams and gain valuable experience.
Zimbabwe squad for T20i Tri-Series: Sikandar Raza (captain), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Trevor Gwandu, Clive Madande, Wessly Madhevere, Tinotenda Maposa, Wellington Masakadza, Vincent Masekesa, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri, Tafadzwa Tsiga?
