Zimbabwe Cricket Academy
Flash Sports is proud to be working with Tatenda Taibu and Zimbabwe Cricket, helping to develop the next generation of Zimbabwean talent via the 2017 Academy tour.
The game in Zimbabwe is undergoing a significant renaissance following a difficult period. The country is a hugely unearthed hotbed of cricketing talent, all of whom are committed and passionate about their sport.
The squad has been selected by Tatenda Taibu, in his role as convener of selectors for ZC. It will be based in the North West of England and consist of 16 players between the age of 18 and 22. Many have already played first-class, and in some cases international, cricket, while others will be aiming to do so in the near future.
The full squad is as follows:
Batsmen:
Ryan Burl
Tinashe Kamunhukamwe
Taffy Mupariwa(WK)
Tafadzwa Tsiga(WK)
Tarisai Musakanda
All-rounders:
William Mashinge
Seam bowlers:
Carl Mumba
Blessing Muzarabani
Tendai Nyamayaro
Mkhululi Nyathi
Richard Ngarava
Kuziva Ziwira
Spin bowlers:
Thamsanqa Nunu
Brandon Mavuta
Rugare Magarira
Cricket clubs interested in recruiting an academy player for team please see below:
How it works
- Zimbabwe Cricket/Flash Sports will be arranging a full tour programme, with games taking place midweek during the 2017 English season
- Academy players therefore may be available for club cricket at weekends (and midweek matches subject to availability)
- Visa entry*, flights and accommodation will be arranged by Zimbabwe Cricket, in partnership with Flash Sports
- Interested clubs will be required to cover living expenses over the course of the season.