Zimbabwe secures historic Test victory over Bangladesh by an innings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 9:50 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Zimbabwe achieved a significant Test victory against Bangladesh, winning by an innings and 85 runs on July 1, 2026, at the Harare Sports Club. This marks Zimbabwe's first back-to-back Test wins in over 25 years, following a victory over Afghanistan. After choosing to bowl first, Zimbabwe dismissed Bangladesh for 140 in their first innings, with Newman Nyamhuri taking four wickets. Zimbabwe then scored 410 runs, led by Innocent Kaia's 140. In Bangladesh's second innings, they were bowled out for 185, sealing the match. Captain Richard Ngarava expressed pride in the team's depth and young talent, emphasizing the importance of this achievement as they prepare for an upcoming ODI series.
- •Zimbabwe wins by an innings and 85 runs over Bangladesh.
- •This is Zimbabwe's first back-to-back Test win since 2001.
- •Newman Nyamhuri takes four wickets in the first innings.
- •Innocent Kaia scores 140 runs for Zimbabwe.
- •Zimbabwe prepares for an upcoming ODI series.
- 9:50 AMYahoo Sports — After 25 years, Zimbabwe achieve rare Test feat with crushing win over Bangladesh
"Zimbabwe achieved their most significant Test victory, defeating Bangladesh by an innings and 85 runs. This marks their first back-to-back Test wins in over 25 years, following a triumph against Afghanistan. Captain Richard Ngarava lauded the team's depth and the emergence of young talent like Newman Nyamhuri, expressing pride in the historic achievement and looking forward to the upcoming ODI series.
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