Four players over 40? Zimbabwe add veterans against Australia for ODI series
Dubai: Zimbabwe are set to host Australia this week, commencing their three match ODI Series. With the African side looking to make a name for themselves, they have quite a few veterans players that have plenty of experience. Sikander Raza will lead Zimbabwe in the upcoming series as the team's first captain Richard Ngarava was ruled out due to a back complaint. The Pakistani-born captain will…
Zimbabwe are preparing to face Australia in a three-match ODI series, commencing on September 15 at the Harare Sports Club. With the aim of establishing themselves on the global stage, Zimbabwe boasts a squad that includes several veteran players. First captain Richard Ngarava has to withdraw due to a back injury, while Sikander Raza, who turned 40 in April, takes charge of the team.
Raza is one of four players in the squad to celebrate their 40th birthday by the end of the series. Brendan Taylor, who has not played an ODI in a year, has been included for the series. Graeme Cremer, the leg spinner, is set to return after an eight-year absence from ODIs as he turns 40 on September 19. The oldest player in the Zimbabwean team is 41-year-old Craig Ervine, currently the second all-time top scorer in ODIs for Zimbabwe.
With four players nearly crossing the 40-year mark, Zimbabwe hopes to replicate their historic win against Australia during the T20 World Cup earlier this year. The first match will be played on September 15, providing a significant opportunity for Taylor and Zimbabwean cricket to make their mark.
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