Afghanistan produced a comprehensive clinical performance to seal a seven-wicket win on Zimbabwe in the second T20I at Harare Sports Club, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. After opting to bat, Zimbabwe struggled to post a competitive total, managing just 125 in 19.3 overs against a disciplined Afghanistan attack led by Rashid Khanwho achieved a winning streak of 3 out of 9. In response, Ibrahim Zadran undefeated 57 and Azmatullah Omarzai Fierce 25 off 13 balls* guided Afghanistan to victory with 12 balls to spare.
ZIM vs AFG, 2nd T20I: Rashid Khan spins the net as Zimbabwe falters again
Zimbabwe’s innings never found stability after an early collapse within the powerplay. Openers Brian Bennett and Dion Myers fell cheap and veteran Brendan TaylorThe dismissal for just 3 left the hosts struggling at 34/3. Captain Sikandar Raza (37 off 32) briefly fought back with boundaries against the pacers but the Afghan spinners soon took control. Mujeeb Ur Rahman (2/26) and Rashid (3/9) dismantled the middle order with ruthless precision and sharp turn. Late cameos by Tony Munyonga (19) and Brad Evans (12) only took Zimbabwe to 125 before being bowled out in the final over. Rashid’s spell of 10 dot balls and three key wickets was the highlight, earning him the Man of the Match award.
❤️ Respect, Rashid Khan! 🙌
Rashid takes Man of the Match for his 3 wickets, but hands it over to Abdullah Ahmadzai, praising his brilliant 2-wicket spell! 👏💯#ZIMvAFG #ZIMvsAFG #T20I #Afghanistan #Zimbabwe #RashidKhan pic.twitter.com/mdwCnv5Eei
– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) October 31, 2025
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ZIM vs AFG, 2nd T20I: Ibrahim Zadran anchors chase early setbacks
Chasing 126, Afghanistan off to a good start Rahmanullah Gurbaz (16 of 12) before falling to Evans. despite losing Sediqullah Atal (8) and Darwish Rasooli (17) In the intervals, Zadran scored 57 off 51 balls* to secure the chase to perfection. His partnership with Omarzai, who hit 5 fours in his 25* off just 13 balls, ensured Afghanistan crossed the finish line comfortably in 18 overs. Zimbabwe’s bowlers, apart from Wellington Masakadza (20/1) and Raza (15/0), failed to generate pressure. The victory not only sealed the series for Afghanistan but also showcased their growing poise and dominance across all formats, with Rashid leading from the front both tactically and with the ball.
✅ AFGHANISTAN DOMINATES ZIMBABWE! 🏆
They seal the T20I series 2-0 with a convincing 7-wicket win in Harare with one match remaining – first win of the 2025 series! 🙌
The winning paths for Afghans continue! 🇦🇫✨
Scorekeeper: https://t.co/XYVUjDJHje#ZIMvAFG #ZIMvsAFG #T20I… pic.twitter.com/yPZqEwbivV
– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) October 31, 2025
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