Bangladesh pacer Taskin Ahmed and wicketkeeper-batter Mushfiqur Rahim made a dazzling debut in the Zim-Afro T10 league on Friday.

Taskin proved to be the standout performer with the ball for Bulawayo Braves in both of their Friday matches. In the first game against Harare Hurricanes at the Harare Sports Club, Taskin took one wicket, conceding only seven runs in his allotted overs. Bulawayo Braves posted a competitive total of 128 for nine, with Taskin also contributing four runs with the bat. His brilliant bowling played a significant role in limiting Harare Hurricanes to just 79 for nine, securing a convincing 49-run victory for his side.

In the second game, at the same venue, Taskin’s Bulawayo Braves faced Mushfiqur’s Joburg Buffaloes. Although Taskin’s team suffered a 10-run loss, the Bangladeshi pacer delivered the best performance of his career, claiming three wickets for a mere 11 runs in just two overs in the 10-over format game.

Mushfiqur Rahim emerged as the star performer for the Joburg Buffaloes, smashing a scintillating unbeaten 46 off just 23 balls. His innings was studded with eight boundaries, helping the Buffaloes post a competitive total of 105 for seven in their allotted 10 overs.

In response, Taskin’s Bulawayo Braves struggled to keep up with the required rate, finishing at 95 for nine, falling short of the target. Despite the loss, both Taskin and Mushfiqur displayed exceptional skills and contributed significantly to their respective teams in an action-packed T10 encounter.