Online Reporter
THE results on the field have been dismal — for both the men and women national cricket teams.
The Chevrons lost all their matches in the T20I tri-series, which featured New Zealand and South Africa. The Black Caps won the tournament after a dramatic victory over the Proteas at Harare Sports Club on Sunday.The Lady Chevrons have been receiving a battering in their games in Ireland.
However, a ray of sunshine has filtered through the dark cloud which has been hanging over the game in this country. Zimbabwe Cricket has received a significant US$50,000 sponsorship boost amounting to US$50 000 from leading financial institution CABS, aimed at directly supporting the country’s five first-class provincial teams.
“The funding will go straight to Eagles, Rhinos, Tuskers, Mountaineers and Southern Rocks who compete in the Logan Cup, Pro50 Championship and Domestic T20 Competition,” ZC said in a statement. What sets this partnership apart is its direct-to-team funding model, empowering them to make investments in key areas such as coaching, talent development and player welfare.”
ZC managing editor, Givemore Makoni, said:
“We are grateful to CABS for coming on board as a valued partner in our domestic cricket journey.
“This kind of corporate support plays an important role in strengthening the game’s foundation and enabling long-term growth.
“For our provincial teams, it means greater stability and the ability to invest more consistently in key areas such as player welfare, coaching and talent development—factors that are essential to building a stronger pipeline for the future of Zimbabwean cricket.”
CABS managing director Mehluli Mpofu said:
“This sponsorship is more than support for cricket— it is a commitment to the dreams of Zimbabwe’s young people.Across the country, there are talented, passionate youths who see sport as a pathway to opportunity, purpose and pride.
“At CABS, we recognise that potential. By investing in domestic cricket, we are answering their call, building platforms for growth and helping shape a future where every young Zimbabwean has a chance to shine.”
The direct funding mechanism also enhances financial transparency and governance, allowing for clearer budgeting and stronger accountability — key pillars of a sustainable and modern cricket ecosystem.
CABS has a long-standing relationship with cricket, dating back to 2004 when it first supported T20 competitions.
Over the past two decades, the institution has quietly but consistently backed cricket development initiatives, helping to uncover and nurture emerging talent across the country.
