The Zim Afro T10 2024 is back for its second edition, promising thrilling cricket action from (tomorrow)September 21 to September 29, 2024. The tournament will be held at the Harare Sports Club in Zimbabwe and will feature six teams competing in the fast-paced T10 format, where each side has just 10 overs to outscore their opponents. With international stars and young talent in the fray, this tournament is one of the most exciting in the T10 circuit.

Tournament Format

Each of the six teams will face every other team twice, resulting in eight matches for each team during the league stage. After the 20 league games, the top four teams will progress to the playoffs.

• First Qualifier: The top two teams from the league stage will face off, with the winner advancing directly to the final.
• Eliminator: The third and fourth-placed teams will battle it out, and the winner will move to the second Qualifier.
• Second Qualifier: The loser of the first Qualifier will face the winner of the Eliminator. The winner of this match will secure a place in the final.
• Final: The final will feature the winner of the first Qualifier against the winner of the second Qualifier.

The fast-paced format of T10 ensures thrilling finishes, enormous quick returns with every match capable of turning in a matter of overs.

Teams and Squads

Here are the full squads of the six competing teams in the Zim Afro T10 2024:

1. Harare Bolts

• Key Players: Dasun Shanaka, James Neesham, Sean Williams
• Full Squad:
  • Dasun Shanaka (C), James Neesham, George Munsey, Rishad Hossain, Shehan Jayasuriya, Kennar Lewis, Sean Williams, Faraz Akram, Brandon Mavuta, Luke Jongwe, Alex Falao, Arineshto Vhezha, Richard Gleeson, Junaid Siddique, Lahiru Milantha, Michael Palmer, Janishka Perera

2. Bulawayo Braves Jaguars

• Key Players: David Warner, Carlos Brathwaite, Wellington Masakadza
• Full Squad:
  • David Warner (C), Carlos Brathwaite, Nick Hobson, Kobe Herft, Richard Ngarava, Brad Evans, Wellington Masakadza, Wessly Madhevere, Panashe Taruvinga, Victor Chirwa, Laurie Evans, Sabir Ali, Akila Dhananjaya, Anamul Haque, Kirk McKenzie, Vishas Thewmika

3. Durban Wolves

• Key Players: Colin Munro, Yasir Shah, Will Smeed
• Full Squad:
  • Colin Munro (C), Mark Chapman, Will Smeed, Sharjeel Khan, Muhammad Irfan, Yasir Shah, Regis Chakabva, Gary Ballance, Tinotenda Maposa, Donald Tiripano, Innocent Kaia, Emmanuel Bawa, Muhammad Rohid, Muhammad Waseem, Dawlat Zadran, Mbeki Joseph, Raveen De Silva

4. Cape Town Samp Army

• Key Players: Dawid Malan, Haider Ali, David Willey
• Full Squad:
  • Haider Ali (C), David Willey, Dawid Malan, Gulbadin Naib, Qais Ahmed, Adam Rossington, Shahnawaz Dahani, Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Ben Curran, Michael Frost, Brian Chari, Tawanda Maposa, Rohan Mustafa, Salman Irshad, Leonardo Julien, Sineth Jayawardena

5. NYS Lagos

• Key Players: Blessing Muzarabani, Thisara Perera, Asif Ali
• Full Squad:
  • Blessing Muzarabani (C), Thisara Perera, Asif Ali, Najibullah Zadran, Binura Fernando, Akhilesh Bogudum, Oshane Thomas, Ryan Burl, Clive Madande, Dion Myers, Romario Roach, Nyasha Mayavo, Newman Nyamhuri, Avishka Fernando, Matiullah Khan, Joshua Bishop, Kaveesh Sathsara

6. JoBurg Bangla Tigers

• Key Players: Chris Lynn, Sikandar Raza, Kusal Perera
• Full Squad:
  • Chris Lynn (C), Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka, Hazratullah Zazai, Adam Milne, Luke Wood, Karim Janat, Sikandar Raza, Tendai Chatara, Antum Naqvi, Tashinga Musekiwa, Jihnathan Campbell, Tinashe Muchawaya, George Linde, Mohammad Shahzad, Kimani Melius, Kevin Koththigoda

Key Players to Watch in Zim Afro T10 2024

With an array of international cricket stars and emerging talent, here are five players to keep an eye on and add to the watch list:

1. David Warner (Bulawayo Braves Jaguars) – Warner’s aggressive style suits the T10 format perfectly. His ability to start quickly and score at a brisk pace will be key for the Jaguars.
2. Sikandar Raza (JoBurg Bangla Tigers) – The Zimbabwean all-rounder will play a pivotal role with both bat and ball. Raza’s match-winning potential makes him a game-changer for the Tigers.
3. Carlos Brathwaite (Bulawayo Braves Jaguars) – Known for his power-hitting, Brathwaite can single-handedly change the course of a match. His experience will also be valuable in tight situations.
4. Blessing Muzarabani (NYS Lagos) – Representing NYS Lagos, Muzarabani’s pace and bounce make him a threat on any surface. His ability to strike early will be crucial for his team’s success.
5. Colin Munro (Durban Wolves) – Munro’s attacking mindset fits perfectly with the T10 format. Expect explosive starts and big scores from him at the top of the order.

For fantasy cricket enthusiasts, the Zim Afro T10 2024 presents a fantastic opportunity to engage with the tournament by selecting the top performers. Players like Warner, Munro, and Muzarabani are likely to be popular choices for those looking to make strategic UP trades. On Sixer, you can also capitalize on players poor form. By trading Down on underperforming players, you can potentially maximize your gains and stay competitive in the fantasy league.

What Happened in the 2023 Edition?

The inaugural edition of the Zim Afro T10, held in 2023, saw the Durban Qalandars emerge as the champions. They defeated the Joburg Buffaloes in a thrilling final, chasing down 127 runs in just 9.2 overs. Tim Seifert of the Qalandars was named the Player of the Tournament, while Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Brad Evans led the charts for most runs and wickets, respectively.

The 2023 edition set a high standard for fast-paced, high-energy cricket, and the 2024 tournament promises to build on that legacy with even more star power and exciting matchups.

Final Thoughts

The Zim Afro T10 2024 This tournament features some of the best cricket players in the world. You can expect lots of exciting matches with great batting and close finishes.

The tournament will be a great chance to see how international stars and local players perform. There will be plenty to watch, even more to trade, from Warner's powerful hitting to Raza's all-round skills and Muzarabani's fast bowling.

This year's Zim Afro T10 promises to be even more exciting than the last one. Don't miss it!