Zimbabwe paceman Blessing Muzarabani ruled out of T20I tri-series in Pakistan
Zimbabwe fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani has been ruled out of the upcoming T20I tri-series in Pakistan, that will also feature Sri Lanka, due to a back injury.
Zimbabwe name fast bowler Richard Ngarava as new Test and ODI captain
The 27-year-old Ngarava made his international debut in an ODI against Afghanistan in Harare in 2017 and has gone on to represent in 11 Tests, 55 ODIs and 90 T20Is.
The left-arm paceman has recently become the first Zimbabwe bowler to take 100 wickets in the T20 format.
Brian Bennett has been named as Ngarava's vice-captain, with the appointments confirmed at the Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) board's fourth-quarter meeting held in Harare on Friday.
ZC chairman Tavengwa Mukuhlani said: "Ngarava has shown remarkable growth as a player and leader over the years.
"He commands respect within the dressing room and has consistently delivered for Zimbabwe across all formats. We believe he is ready to lead the team into its next chapter.
"Brian's appointment as vice-captain reflects our confidence in his cricketing intelligence, maturity and long-term leadership potential."
On Ervine, Mukuhlani added: "Craig Ervine led with professionalism, resilience and dignity during a challenging period.
"ZC is deeply grateful for his contribution to the team's stability and progress."
Zimbabwe Cricket announce Sean Williams in rehabilitation due to drug addiction
Zimbabwe Cricket has announced that Sean Williams has booked himself into rehabilitation for drug addiction and the player's national contract will not be renewed.
Graeme Cremer returns to Zimbabwe squad after seven-year absence
Graeme Cremer is in line to end a seven-year hiatus from international cricket after being selected in Zimbabwe's squad for the T20I series at home against Afghanistan.
Richard Ngarava takes five as Zimbabwe complete first Test win at home in 12 years
Richard Ngarava took five wickets in the second innings as Zimbabwe completed an innings and 73-run victory against Afghanistan on the third day of the one-off Test played in Harare.