When Muzarabani runs on the field, the first thing that is seen is his height. Six feet eight inches. The ball does not fall from the hand, as if it falls from the sky. The Australian batsmen could not understand. Only 17 runs in four overs. Four big wickets. Names like Josh Inglis, Tim David also could not survive. This was his memorable spell. Australia was chasing the target. There was pressure from the beginning. Muzarabani did not leave the line and length. The ball would never come out. Sometimes she comes inside. The batsmen kept making mistakes. Captain Travis Head also returned early. Big names were in the pavilion. The scoreboard stopped. The match turned from there.
What is your relation with RCB?
He also has connections with IPL. Royal Challengers Bangalore included him in the team last season. Signed for Rs 75 lakh. Although he did not get a chance to play. But the dressing room experience came in handy. Spending time with big players teaches one. This confidence was visible here. Muzarabani is not a new name. He made his Test debut in 2017. Since then he has been playing all three formats. 67 wickets in test. 70 wickets in ODI. Have completed 100 wickets in T20. Their economy remains under control. Bounce is his strength. His identity is to bowl the same ball continuously.
When did the turn of the match come?
Zimbabwe batted first. 169 runs were scored in 20 overs. Brian Bennett scored 64 runs. Australia had a poor start in reply. In between, Maxwell and Renshaw formed a partnership. Hope arose. Then another wicket fell. The pressure increased again. No runs were scored in the last overs. The match went to Zimbabwe.
Is this just a reversal?
Some people would call it a reversal. But Zimbabwe’s preparation was deep. Players play in leagues around the world. Experience has increased. Fitness is better. Now they are not afraid. Bowlers like Muzarabani are the backbone of the team. When fast bowlers are in form, even a big team looks small.
What will change in cricket next?
This victory is not just two points. This is the message. Even small countries can dream big. It is not easy to defeat a team like Australia. But cricket is an uncertain game. A good spell changes everything. This is what Muzarabani did. And Zimbabwe has shown that they are no longer just spectators but also contenders.
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