ZIM vs AFG (WATCH): Sean Williams shows outstanding sportsmanship after being ruled not out by the umpire on Day 2 of the second Test

The second day of the second test between Zimbabwe i Afghanistan at the Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe’s middle-order batsman Sean Williams demonstrated exceptional athletic ability during spell of Rashid Khan.

Sean Williams shows exemplary sportsmanship

In Zimbabwe’s 66th innings, bowled by Afghanistan leg-spinner Rashid, the umpire initially ruled Williams not out after a strong appeal for a caught-behind dismissal. Despite the lack of a Decision Review System (DRS) in play, Williams, batting on 49, elected to depart after realizing he had marked the ball to the keeper. The gesture drew applause from Rashid and the Afghan players, underscoring the spirit of cricket. Williams’ innings ended with 49 runs off 52 balls, including eight fours.

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Excellent sportsmanship by Sean Williams! 🫡

Although the umpire didn’t give him out, the Zimbabwean batsman walked off, knowing he had tapped the ball! 👏🏻#ZIMvAFGonFanCode pic.twitter.com/F3jT3fLDjb

— FanCode (@FanCode) January 3, 2025

Rashid continued to show why he is Afghanistan’s premier bowler across all formats. The 26-year-old leg-spinner bowled a masterful spell in Zimbabwe’s first innings, claiming four wickets for 94 runs in 27.3 overs at an economy rate of 3.40. His control, variations and skill with the googly were on full display, cementing his reputation as Afghanistan’s leading wicket-taker.

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Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan: The series hangs in the balance

At the end of day 2, Afghanistan had reached 46 for the loss of three wicketsbehind Zimbabwe’s first innings total by 40 runs. Rahmat Shah i Zia-ur-Rehman he remained at the crease, looking to steady the ship towards Afghanistan on the crucial third day. With both batsmen showing solid technique, Afghanistan will look to establish a significant lead to put Zimbabwe under pressure in the second innings.

After the first Test was drawn, this second and final match of the series presents a golden opportunity for both teams to clinch the series win. The contest remains even, with Zimbabwe and Afghanistan each battling to get past the other in the remaining days.

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