Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan 1st ODI: Live Cricket Score And Updates

Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan 1st ODI: After a 2-1 series win against Zimbabwe in the T20I series, Afghanistan look to emulate the same performance in the 3-match ODI series. With the ICC Champions Trophy scheduled to be held next year, the 50-over format of the game holds a special place in Afganistan's preparatory plans. Afghanistan will have the likes of Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, etc. to test the hosts Zimbabwe who would be keen to not repeat the same mistakes they made in the T20I series. (LIVE Scorecard)

After clinching a 2-1 triumph in the T20I series, Afghanistan's all-format tour of Zimbabwe moves to an interesting three-match ODI contest. The iconic Harare Sports Club will be the exclusive venue hosting all three games. Zimbabwe, reeling from four straight T20I series defeats this calendar year, now seeks redemption under Craig Ervine's captaincy in the ODIs. While the tourists carry forward their winning momentum, the hosts are determined to reverse their fortunes in the longer white-ball format. Zimbabwe has largely retained its T20I squad for the ODI series while making a few notable additions. Ben Curran, a member of England's Curran cricketing family, joins the squad as a new promising face. The team has also strengthened its wicketkeeping department by bringing in Joylord Gumbie as an additional option behind the stumps. Zimbabwe's batting backbone consists of seasoned performers Sean Williams and all-rounder Sikandar Raza. Their bowling arsenal features pacers Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarava, while Wellington Masakadza partners with Raza to handle the spin responsibilities. The visiting Afghanistan side, under Hashmatullah Shahidi's leadership, boasts a dynamic