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The Herald
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- The Herald
Proteas rocked by Zimbabwean seamers in Bulawayo
Zimbabwe stunned neighbours South Africa on the first morning of the opening Test in Bulawayo, picking up four wickets to claim the ascendancy at lunch. The newly crowned World Test champions were 90/4 at the interval, with Zimbabwe's two seamers Tanaka Chivanga and Blessing Muzarabani dominating the Proteas batters. Debutants Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Dewald Brevis will resume after the break, with the former, who counterattacked superbly, on 44 and Brevis, who looked tense, on 10. Zimbabwe's captain Craig Ervine wasn't displeased when Keshav Maharaj won the toss and chose to bat. The Proteas' stand-in skipper felt there would be assistance for the seamers in the first hour, but that his side — containing three debutants and missing seven players who won the Test mace at Lord's — could make progress once the surface dried and the ball softened. But it was soon clear why Ervine was so relaxed about bowling, with Muzarabani, extracting movement and prodigious bounce to trouble both of the South African openers. Tony de Zorzi was lucky to survive the first over, and was dropped by Sean Williams off the fourth ball of the match at second slip. But the 23 minutes De Zorzi spent at the crease made for painful viewing. He struggled against the steepling bounce from Muzarabani and when Zimbabwe eventually switched to Chivanga after two overs from spinner Wellington Masakadza, they finally gained reward. An edge, off the 16th ball De Zorzi faced, was taken at third slip by Brian Bennett and from there the hosts dominated the rest of the first hour. Matthew Breetzke, after making a first-ball duck on debut in Bangladesh last year, would have been thrilled to get off the mark in Test cricket, but having played one lovely cover drive, then also edged Chivanga to Bennett after scoring 13. David Bedingham lasted just three balls, and like Breetzke was undone by the extra bounce from Chivanga, edging to first slip where Ervine took a comfortable catch. Pretorius arrived at the crease, and almost immediately changed the momentum of the South African innings, charging down the wicket to Masakadza and smashing his fourth ball for six over long-off. His next delivery he thumped through the covers for four and Zimbabwe were forced on the defensive by the teenager. A partnership of 32 with Wiaan Mulder provided some respite, but then Mulder, who was looking comfortable in what was just his fifth innings in the No.3 spot, was stupidly run out by Muzarabani for 17. He hesitated when called through for a single by Pretorius, for what was a risky single given the circumstances of the South African innings. However the lanky Muzarabani also deserves credit for reaching the ball quickly in his follow-through and then accurately throwing down the stumps. Brevis' first runs were fortuitous — an inside edge past the stumps against Masakadza — but he, like his provincial teammate Pretorius, looked to take the attack to the Zimbabweans. Pretorius was the beneficiary of good fortune on 30, when an edge that was clearly audible on the stump mic wasn't heard by umpire Richard Illingworth, much to the chagrin of the Zimbabweans. One of the fielders could clearly be heard telling Pretorius that he has 'to walk for those', but the youngster was unmoved and even shared his own thoughts with the opposition. Because of costs, Zimbabwe Cricket hasn't been able to install the technology needed for the Decision Review System. The hosts will also regret not picking a third seamer, having seen how much assistance there was for Muzarabani and Chivanga. The Proteas meanwhile have four seamers at their disposal, with Maharaj the only front-line spin option, though Brevis' leg-spin might also be used later.
NDTV
3 hours ago
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- NDTV
Zimbabwe vs South Africa, 1st Test Day 1 Live Score Updates
Zimbabwe vs South Africa, 1st Test Day 1 Live Updates: South Africa are playing their first Test match since their victorious World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 final, taking on Zimbabwe in Bulawayo. However, this match is not part of the new WTC 2025-27 cycle. South Africa are resting a number of key players like captain Temba Bavuma, pacer Kagiso Rabada and opener Aiden Markram. Instead, debuts have been handed to young stars like Dewald Brevis, Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Codi Yusuf. Wiaan Mulder, David Bedingham, Kyle Verreyne and Keshav Maharaj are the only ones from the WTC final playing the match. (Live Scorecard) Listen to the latest songs, only on Listen to the latest songs, only on Listen to the latest songs, only on ZIM vs SA 1st Test Day 1 LIVE 29.2 1 Vincent Masekesa to Dewald Brevis The 100 is up for South Africa! Uppish for a moment, but safe enough. Full and outside off, Dewald Brevis slices it over mid off and the ball dribbles towards long off. One taken. 29.1 1 Vincent Masekesa to Lhuan dre Pretorius Full and flat, on the leg stump, Lhuan-dre Pretorius sweeps this to deep fine leg for a single. ! It will be spin from the other end in the form of Vincent Masekesa. Just the one over so far for the leggie, which went for 10 runs. 28.6 1 Tanaka Chivanga to Lhuan dre Pretorius Good length, outside off, Lhuan-dre Pretorius prods foward and taps this between cover and point for a quick single. 28.5 1 Tanaka Chivanga to Dewald Brevis Hard length, on middle, Brevis tucks this across to the right of mid on for a single. 28.4 0 Tanaka Chivanga to Dewald Brevis BEATEN! Length, outside off, nibbling away. Dewald Brevis with a tentative push on the front foot is beaten on the outside edge. 28.3 3 Tanaka Chivanga to Lhuan dre Pretorius Good work in the deep there! Back of a length, outside off. Lhuan-dre Pretorius frees his arms and cuts it behind square on the off side. The ball rolls towards the deep backward point fence and is chased with a slide from the fielder who sprints to his right from deep cover. Three taken. 28.2 1 Tanaka Chivanga to Dewald Brevis Short of a length, on off, Dewald Brevis mistimes his pull shot and gets off the toe end of the bat. A single wide of mid-wicket. 28.1 2 Tanaka Chivanga to Dewald Brevis Starts with a full ball, on middle, Dewald Brevis plays with a straight bat and pushes it down the ground. Blessing Muzarabani from mid on chases it down in the deep and the batters hare back for the second. ! Welcome back for the second session. Not a single cloud in the sky and the sun continues to shine brightly over the Queens Sports Club. Tanaka Chivanga (7-2-22-3) will start with the ball for Zimbabwe. Dewald Brevis to face. Here we go! ! ... DAY 1, SESSION 2 ... ! It could have been even worse for South Africa, as Pretorius appeared to edge one behind when on 30, but the umpire's finger stayed down. With no DRS available in the series, Zimbabwe had no option to challenge the decision. Pretorius, together with Dewald Brevis, managed to see out the session. The two debutants have shown good intent so far, and more of the same can be expected in the second session. Whether the pitch eases out in the afternoon remains to be seen. So far, the ball has dominated the bat, with pacers proving difficult to navigate. For the spinners, while there has been some turn, it hasn't been overly threatening. The hosts might have missed a trick by going in with just two seamers but will look to keep chipping away at the wickets. Back in a bit for the start of the second session. ! A surprise came in the second over as spin was introduced through Wellington Masakadza, but once the other seamer, Tanaka Chivanga, entered the attack, he made an immediate impact. South Africa were reduced to 23 for 3 within the first hour, with all three dismissals largely the result of steep bounce, as Tanaka claimed all three wickets in a fiery opening burst. Lhuan-dre Pretorius came out with positive intent, particularly taking on the left-arm spinner. Just as his partnership with Wiaan Mulder was beginning to settle, a mix-up between the wickets brought about Mulder's downfall. ! End of an eventful first session of the Test, and without a doubt, it belonged to Zimbabwe. Missing seven players from the side that featured in the WTC final earlier this month, it was a testing session for South Africa. The toss didn't go the hosts' way, but Craig Ervine had no hesitation in bowling first, and his pacers backed up the decision superbly. Blessing Muzarabani laid down an early marker and was unlucky not to strike in the very first over, with Tony de Zorzi put down at second slip. Still, Muzarabani kept the batters on their toes, consistently beating the edge and generating steep bounce. 27.6 4 Vincent Masekesa to Lhuan dre Pretorius FOUR! Pulled away! Short ball, spinning back in from middle. Lhuan-dre Pretorius gets the ball at a good height as he swivels and pulls it along the ground to the leg side. The fielder from deep square leg sprints after it to his right, but the ball beats his chase and races into the fence. And that will be LUNCH ON DAY 1! 27.5 0 Vincent Masekesa to Lhuan dre Pretorius Full and floated on middle, pushed back at the bowler. 27.4 4 Vincent Masekesa to Lhuan dre Pretorius FOUR! Nice shot! Drops it a bit too short, does Vincent Masekesa, around off. Lhuan-dre Pretorius gets enough width on that one and cuts it powerfully to the deep point region for a boundary. 27.3 0 Vincent Masekesa to Lhuan dre Pretorius Full and on the stumps, spinning in. Lhuan-dre Pretorius blocks it off the inside half of the bat as the ball rolls into the leg side. 27.2 1 Vincent Masekesa to Dewald Brevis An in-drifter, full and on middle. Dewald Brevis plants his front foot ahead and carves it through cover for a single.
BBC News
4 hours ago
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- BBC News
Replacements to be trialled for 'serious injuries'
Replacements will be trialled in domestic first-class cricket for players who suffer a "serious injury" during a game.A player can be replaced by a "like-for-like" replacement any time during a match, which includes the warm-up six-month trial by full members of the International Cricket Council (ICC) will start in playing conditions for Tests do not allow full substitutes. Teams are allowed to replace injured players in the field, although the "substitute shall not bowl or act as captain but may act as wicketkeeper only with the consent of the umpires".The exception is if a player suffers a injury issue was highlighted last month when Zimbabwe pace bowler Richard Ngarava suffered a back problem on day one of the Test against England at Trent returned briefly later in the day but was unable to bowl because of how long he had spent off the pitch. He looked in discomfort before leaving the field again.
Yahoo
4 hours ago
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Setchu Spring 2026: Snaps and Crafts
After his first runway show at Pitti Uomo in January, Japanese designer Satoshi Kuwata was excited by the format and so he staged his Milan runway debut on Friday. His transformative, functional fashions — largely relying on tailoring and utilitarian pieces morphing shape and fit via a profuse use of zippers, snap buttons and buttons — was refreshed with crafty flourishes for the occasion. Some charming, some too gimmicky, sculpted bodices and skirts, as well as wide-brimmed hats and baskets, accessorized Kuwata's looks. More from WWD Naomi Campbell to Join Third Black Carpet Awards as Godmother in September Mitchells Hosts Top Italian CEOs for Celebratory Dinner in Milan Prada Goes Viral With Toe-ring Sandals Resembling India's Traditional Kolhapuri Chappals The wavy, palm-weaving technique that informed these pieces was a central theme, as it both expressed Kuwata's penchant for building bridges between cultures and nodded to the starting point of his creative process — a recent trip to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. An avid fisherman, the 2023 LVMH Prize for Young Designers winner might originally have planned his journey to chase tiger fish, but he ended up catching much more. Kuwata had the opportunity to collaborate with local tribes, discovering their craft and creating the woven pieces, also thanks to a little help from LVMH Métiers d'Art, which supports local craftsmanship through initiatives such as the Jafuta Foudation and Batoka Creatives. '[The technique] is based on how the weaver feels in that second, not an order you follow, so they make a unique organic shape,' said Kuwata, underscoring the affinity with a practice in his homeland, too. Overall, he said that observing Zimbabwe's natural landscape and local culture 'especially the way people instinctively mold and wrap clothing around the body, sparked new ideas about primal dressing. The pureness of intent and the timelessness of these gestures are what tie Africa and Japan together.' He channeled that instinctive approach in the lineup via tops and shirts with sleeves wrapped around the neckline to create a draped effect or way-too-oversize denim and cargo pants held only by a thin strap in hanging low on the hips. He addressed the colors and misty mood of the falls and nature with transparencies, lightweight dresses and flimsy little frocks, and these looks — mainly women's — were seen alongside his take on utility and sartorial constructions. A series of field jackets featuring handles in the collar and enabling wearers to carry them as totes was among the highlights of the collection. 'I like the idea of something timeless, yet you can enjoy every time you transform into something,' Kuwata said. 'I'm not famous, I think I can do whatever I want. Not many people know exactly what I am, so I'm just trying to be who I am.' Launch Gallery: Setchu Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection Best of WWD Windowsen RTW Spring 2022 Louis Shengtao Chen RTW Spring 2022 Vegan Fashion Week Returns to L.A. With Nous Etudions, Vegan Tiger on the Runway
The Hindu
5 hours ago
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- The Hindu
ZIM vs SA Live Score, 1st Test Day 1 Updates: Tony de Zorzi out for 16-ball duck; South Africa 3/1
Hello and welcome to Sportstar's LIVE coverage of Day 1 of the first Test between Zimbabwe and South Africa, being held at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. ZIM vs SA 1st Test - Live Scorecard Toss South Africa won the toss and elected to bat. ZIM vs SA 1st Test - Preview South Africa tasted long-awaited success with victory in the World Test Championship (WTC) final against Australia earlier this month, but there will be several new faces for the first Test against Zimbabwe that starts in Bulawayo on Saturday. Temba Bavuma has not recovered from a hamstring injury sustained in the five-wicket win at Lord's, while batters Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton and Tristan Stubbs, and bowlers Kagiso Rabada, Marco Jansen and Lungi Ngidi, are all rested. As many as three South Africans — Dewald Brevis, Codi Yusuf and Lhuan-dre Pretorius — will make their debut in the first Test. ZIM vs SA 1st Test - Playing XIs South Africa Playing XI: Matthew Breetzke, Tony de Zorzi, Wiaan Mulder, David Bedingham, Lhuan-Dre Pretorius, Dewald Brevis, Kyle Verreynne (wk), Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj (capt), Codi Yusuf, Kwena Maphaka Zimbabwe Playing XI: Brian Bennett, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Nick Welch, Sean Williams, Craig Ervine(c), Wessly Madhevere, Tafadzwa Tsiga(w), Wellington Masakadza, Vincent Masekesa, Blessing Muzarabani, Tanaka Chivanga THE SQUADS Zimbabwe: Craig Ervine (c), Brian Bennett, Sean Williams, Nick Welch, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Clive Madande (wk), Wessly Madhevere, Vincent Masekesa, Blessing Muzarabani, Tanaka Chivanga, Trevor Gwandu, Tafadzwa Tsiga, Newman Nyamhuri, Wellington Masakadza, Kundai Matigimu, Prince Masvaure. South Africa: Matthew Breetzke, Tony de Zorzi, Dewald Brevis, David Bedingham, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Wiaan Mulder, Kyle Verreynne(w), Keshav Maharaj(c), Corbin Bosch, Codi Yusuf, Kwena Maphaka, Lesego Senokwane, Zubayr Hamza, Lungi Ngidi, Prenelan Subrayen. Related Topics Zimbabwe / South Africa
