Mon Jan 06 07:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Zimbabwe Triumphs Over Afghanistan in Thrilling Bulawayo Test
**Bulawayo, Zimbabwe** – Zimbabwe secured a thrilling victory over Afghanistan in the second Test match at the Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, concluding a five-day battle. Afghanistan, after winning the toss, were bowled out for a modest 157 in their first innings, with Sikandar Raza taking 3 wickets for Zimbabwe. Rahmat Shah (19) and Rashid Khan (25) were their top scorers.
Zimbabwe responded with a stronger showing, reaching 243 thanks to Craig Ervine’s 75 and another solid performance from Raza (61). Rashid Khan claimed 4 wickets for Afghanistan.
Afghanistan’s second innings saw a remarkable turnaround, with Rahmat Shah smashing 139 and Ismat Alam contributing a century (101), propelling their team to a massive 363. Blessing Muzarabani fought back for Zimbabwe with 6 wickets.
Chasing a challenging target, Zimbabwe fell short in their second innings, managing 205. Craig Ervine top-scored with 53, but Rashid Khan’s impressive 7-wicket haul proved decisive in Afghanistan’s victory. The match ended with an Afghan win. The final day saw a tense battle with frequent wickets falling on both sides.
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