ZIM vs AFG 2024: Top 3 Players to watch out for in upcoming Test series

Afghanistan have dominated proceedings against Zimbabwe so far on the tour as they won the T20I and ODI series earlier this month. Now, the Blue Tigers will look to finish their tour on a high by beating Zimbabwe in a two-match Test series at the Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo. The first Test begins on Boxing Day (December 26) followed by the second encounter, beginning from January 02.

The multi-format tour began with the three-match T20I series in Harare. Zimbabwe won the first match. However, Afghanistan won the next two games to seal the series. Meanwhile, after the first ODI ended without a result, the tourists made light work of their opponents in the next two games.

Zimbabwe will look to bounce back strongly and give their fans something to cheer for. However, their biggest challenge will be tackling the potent Afghan bowling attack.

3. Sikandar Raza

Sikandar Raza will have a key role to play with both bat and ball. He hasn't been in great form in recent times, but a cricketer of his calibre shouldn't be written off. He is a good player of spin and Zimbabwe fans will want him to bat for long periods, as his naturally aggressive batting style will ensure the scoreboard keeps on ticking.

The 38-year-old has the experience of playing 17 Tests, in which he has scored 1,187 runs at an average of 35.97. Raza has registered eight half-centuries and a solitary ton. With the ball, the off-spinner has accounted for 34 wickets at an average of 42.38. However, he played his last Test match almost four years ago.