Brian Bennett named Zimbabwe captain for Afghanistan Test series
Zimbabwe selects Bennett as skipper for two-match Test series against Afghanistan.
The Brief
- Brian Bennett will lead Zimbabwe in the Test series against Afghanistan.
- Richard Ngarava is sidelined due to a back injury.
- Tanaka Chivanga is excluded from the squad due to injury.
Zimbabwe has announced the squad for their upcoming two-match Test series against Afghanistan, with 22-year-old Brian Bennett named as captain.
Regular skipper Richard Ngarava is set to continue his recovery from a back injury and will not be part of the squad for the series.
The 17-player squad includes several experienced players, including Brendan Taylor and Craig Ervine, who have stayed in the UAE to prepare for the red-ball format.
Innocent Kaia, Ben Curran, Tadiwanashe Marumani, and Wessly Madhevere have also been included in the batting lineup.
Veteran leg-spinner Graeme Cremer has returned to the Test squad, while Kundai Matig, Vincent Masekesa have been recalled.
All-rounder Antum Naqvi has been added to the squad after meeting the ICC's eligibility criteria to represent Zimbabwe.
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