Zimbabwe revise Afghanistan series schedule to improve fan access
"We want to give as many people as possible the chance to experience top-level cricket," said Makoni.
Zimbabwe have made changes to the fixtures for the upcoming home series against Afghanistan in December-January. The move comes in wake to garner more interest from fans by scheduling some of the games in the weekends.
The T20I matches, which were previously scheduled for December 9, 11, and 12, will now commence from (Wednesday) December 11. The following games will take place on (Friday) December 13, and (Saturday) December 14. Speaking of the ODI series, the original dates dates of which were December 15, 17 and 19, will now be played on December 17 (Tuesday), 19 (Thursday) and 21 (Saturday).
Zimbabwe Cricket Managing Director Givemore Makoni reasoned the same as an opportunity for fans to “experience top-level cricket”.
“We understand the passion our fans have for the game, and we want to give as many people as possible the chance to experience top-level cricket. Moving key matches to the weekend ensures better access for spectators, enhancing the atmosphere at Harare Sports Club,” said Makoni as quoted by ICC.
However, no changes have been made in the scheduling of the Test series as Zimbabwe prepares for its first Boxing Day Test since the one against England in 1996. The Boxing Day encounter will be played from from December 26 to 30 in Bulawayo and will be followed by the New Year's Test from January 2 to 6 at the same venue.
Also Read: Historic Boxing Day Test: Zimbabwe to host Afghanistan after 28 years
ZIM vs AFG 2024-25 Revised Fixtures
ZIM vs AFG 2024-25 T20I series
1st T20I - Wednesday, 11 December
2nd T20I - Friday, 13 December
3rd T20I - Saturday, 14 December
ZIM vs AFG 2024-25 ODI series
1st ODI - Tuesday, 17 December
2nd ODI - Thursday, 19 December
3rd ODI - Saturday, 21 December
ZIM vs AFG 2024-25 Test series
1st Test - 26 December to 30 December
2nd Test - 2 January to 6 January
Download Our App