Skip to main content
ZCF

Home of cricket conversation, community and memory

Discussion

Zim v NZ

Zimbabwe Cricket Forum 27 posts 107 views

Discussion

ZCF Hall of Famer

Opening post

Should we expect any squad changes for the NZ series ???

Although Neville Madziva was a pleasant surprise during the India series I would like to see at least one other young seamer in the squad ....

Will the selectors think about bringing in PJ Moor or Fozzie Mutizwa after Regis, Richmond and Choppa all failed to impress as the keeper batsman ....

When i heard Choppa was back I had him straight in the team, but as it has turned out he is only making himself available for the t20's and isn't playing any cricket it seems as he has a full-time job as a school teacher. I can't see a point in him being involved unless he is 100% committed ......
Wouldn't mind seeing Wellington Masakadza or Musoko given a shot. Sibanda better not make the squad :x
Cant see PJ or Murtizwa being in the squad as they are both in the UK at the moment.

Im guessing we'll just see the same players again with the odd surprise.
Veteran

jaybro wrote:When i heard Choppa was back I had him straight in the team, but as it has turned out he is only making himself available for the t20's and isn't playing any cricket it seems as he has a full-time job as a school teacher. I can't see a point in him being involved unless he is 100% committed ......


I have to agree with you here.

He's never going to be in any kind of form playing the odd T20 here and there.
ZCF OriginalZCF Hall of Famer
Choppa never has been in form. Has he ever strung together three good performances with the bat? His keeping seems to be a liability also. Better to develop PJ Moor or Mutumbami.
My All-time Zimbabwe XI
Neil Johnson, Brendan Taylor, Murray Goodwin, Andy Flower (w), David Houghton, Sean Williams, Heath Streak (c), Andy Blignaut, Paul Strang, Eddo Brandes, Blessing Muzarabani
Veteran

eugene wrote:Choppa never has been in form. Has he ever strung together three good performances with the bat? His keeping seems to be a liability also. Better to develop PJ Moor or Mutumbami.


That's one thing our administrators have a problem grasping. What's the point of taking Matsikinyere to the world cup. How about giving the chance to a young lad who actually has a future. After all you are only ever going to get 10 to 15 runs from the earlier. Nothing to really write home about. Take Vusi Sibanda for example, I bet his a marvel to watch in the nets or on the practice field. Best technic to revile the world's best but on match day he hardly gets to second gear.
ZCF OriginalZCF Hall of Famer
Surely Wellington and Hamilton have to play against New Zealand. Is there a Nelson Masakadza out there also?
My All-time Zimbabwe XI
Neil Johnson, Brendan Taylor, Murray Goodwin, Andy Flower (w), David Houghton, Sean Williams, Heath Streak (c), Andy Blignaut, Paul Strang, Eddo Brandes, Blessing Muzarabani
ZCF Hall of Famer
Its funny how mama and pa Masakadza thought 'Wellington' was more of a suitable first name than 'Nelson', in keeping with the New Zealand theme.
ZCF Hall of Famer

tawac wrote:

eugene wrote:Choppa never has been in form. Has he ever strung together three good performances with the bat? His keeping seems to be a liability also. Better to develop PJ Moor or Mutumbami.


That's one thing our administrators have a problem grasping. What's the point of taking Matsikinyere to the world cup. How about giving the chance to a young lad who actually has a future. After all you are only ever going to get 10 to 15 runs from the earlier. Nothing to really write home about. Take Vusi Sibanda for example, I bet his a marvel to watch in the nets or on the practice field. Best technic to revile the world's best but on match day he hardly gets to second gear.


I wouldnt take any young lad to the WC for 'developmental' purposes.

If you arent going to take your very best 15 to the WC, then your in a perpetual state of development.

That said, was Stuart in the best 15?

I asked Jamie Foxx this question and his response was contained below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DuEER8X9KFA
ZCF OriginalZCF Hall of Famer
I am waiting for Christchurch Masakadza and Dunedin Masakadza to make first class debuts. On another note I saw a guy at a mens clothing store yesterday that looked exactly like Hammy. I almost asked to take a picture to post it here. I swear even Hammy's mother wouldnt be able to tell these guys apart!
Bangladesh cricket fanatic, observer of all others.
ZCF OriginalZCF Hall of Famer
I thought Prosper was known as 'dots'.
My All-time Zimbabwe XI
Neil Johnson, Brendan Taylor, Murray Goodwin, Andy Flower (w), David Houghton, Sean Williams, Heath Streak (c), Andy Blignaut, Paul Strang, Eddo Brandes, Blessing Muzarabani
ZCF OriginalZCF Hall of Famer
Only Zimbabwe could be 238-2 and still not looking like winning.
My All-time Zimbabwe XI
Neil Johnson, Brendan Taylor, Murray Goodwin, Andy Flower (w), David Houghton, Sean Williams, Heath Streak (c), Andy Blignaut, Paul Strang, Eddo Brandes, Blessing Muzarabani
ZCF Hall of Famer
It's time to go big now boys !!!!!
ZCF Hall of Famer
think ervine will let loose after his hundred
ZCF OriginalZCF Hall of Famer
9 an over for 5
The Third Innings
ZCF OriginalZCF Hall of Famer
more than 10 now
The Third Innings
ZCF Hall of Famer
Great century for Craig Ervine :4: :6:

Now see us home .....
ZCF OriginalZCF Hall of Famer
Fantastic century from Ervine! Time for victory now.
My All-time Zimbabwe XI
Neil Johnson, Brendan Taylor, Murray Goodwin, Andy Flower (w), David Houghton, Sean Williams, Heath Streak (c), Andy Blignaut, Paul Strang, Eddo Brandes, Blessing Muzarabani
ZCF OriginalZCF Hall of Famer
Yes! Well done Ervine!

1st ODI ton

1st International ton

4th List A ton

9th Career ton
The Third Innings
Legend
I've never seen Ervine play better.

Reply

Login to reply.