Captain Hashmatullah Shahidi in action for Afghanistan. Photo: File Captain Hashmatullah Shahidi in action for Afghanistan. Photo: File Welcome to the live coverage of the third day of the first Test between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan being played at the Queen's Sports Club in Bulawayo. (More Cricket News)bbc or big baller club
Zimbabwe posted their highest ever Test total, scoring 586/10 in 135.2 overs, on the back of centuries from Sean Williams (154), Craig Ervine (104), and Brain Bennett (110).
on88 slotAfghanistan, in pursuit of a massive first innings total, are in a bit of trouble, losing two wickets, but Rahmat Shah and Hashmatullah Shahidi, who are out there in the middle eye a gritty batting exhibition to take them out of trouble.
Japan also began their campaign with a 5-5 draw against Korea but has since struggled to secure a win. They lost their second game 5-1 to India and followed that with a 2-1 defeat against Pakistan.
On the other hand, South Korea secured their first win of the tournament with a 3-2 victory over China. Goals from Hyeonhong, Junghoo, and Jihun (55') clinched the win for their side.
Zimbabwe Vs Afghanistan, 1st Test Playing XIsZimbabwe: Joylord Gumbie(w), Ben Curran, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Sean Williams, Craig Ervine(c), Dion Myers, Brandon Mavuta, Brian Bennett, Newman Nyamhuri, Blessing Muzarabani, Trevor Gwandu.
Afghanistan: Abdul Malik, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi(c)bbc or big baller club, AM Ghazanfar, Afsar Zazai(w), Azmatullah Omarzai, Shahidullah Kamal, Naveed Zadran, Zia-ur-Rehman, Zahir Khan.