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Afghanistan begins Test match against Zimbabwe by bowling first

Afghanistan’s national cricket team has begun their first Test match against Zimbabwe, starting with a bowling innings.

Zimbabwe, after winning the toss, chose to bat first, setting the stage for a challenging contest as Afghanistan’s bowlers aim to make an early impact.

The decision sets the stage for an exciting contest as Afghanistan’s bowlers aim to capitalize on the opening opportunity.

The teams are set to play two Test matches between 26 December, 2024 and January 6, 2025. Both games will take place at Queens Sports Club in Zimbabwe, which is hosting the series.

This series follows Afghanistan’s earlier successes against Zimbabwe in T20 and ODI formats, where the Afghan team delivered convincing victories.

Fans are now eager to see how Afghanistan performs in the longer format of the game, with hopes high for another strong showing.

The match marks a significant moment for both teams as they face off in this format, with fans eagerly anticipating strong performances from their respective squads.