Story by Lawrence Trusida, Sports Editor
ZIMBABWE is set to face Afghanistan and Pakistan in a youth One-Day International triangular series in Harare as the country steps up final preparations for the ICC Under-19 2026 Men’s Cricket World Cup.
The festive-season tournament forms part of Zimbabwe’s build-up to the global showpiece, which it will co-host with Namibia from January 15 to February 6, 2026.
Action begins on Christmas Day with Zimbabwe taking on Afghanistan at Harare Sports Club.
Matches will be played across Harare Sports Club, Prince Edward School, Sunrise Sports Club and Old Hararians Sports Club, with the hosts facing Pakistan twice before the round-robin series concludes on January 4.




