Fri Dec 13 13:22:06 UTC 2024: ## Zimbabwe Wins Thriller Against Afghanistan in First T20I
**Harare, Zimbabwe:** Zimbabwe pulled off a thrilling four-wicket victory over Afghanistan in the first T20 International of their series at Harare Sports Club. The match, which went down to the wire, saw a controversial bowling performance from Afghan pacer Naveen-ul-Haq that dominated post-match discussion.
Naveen-ul-Haq’s 15th over became a talking point as he bowled a staggering 13 balls, including five wides and a no-ball. The over cost 19 runs, although he did manage to claim the wicket of Sikandar Raza. Despite taking 3 wickets for 33 runs overall, his costly over ultimately contributed to Afghanistan’s loss. The Afghan team, led by Rashid Khan, now trails the series 0-1.
The match itself was a closely fought contest, showcasing Zimbabwe’s resilience against a strong Afghan side. Further details on the match’s specifics are unavailable in the provided text. The incident adds another chapter to Naveen-ul-Haq’s eventful cricketing career, notably his past on-field altercation with Virat Kohli during IPL 2023. The two players have since reportedly reconciled.
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