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On the flip side, Zimbabwe will surely be frustrated by both their bowling and batting displays. Having won the toss and chosen to bowl, their bowlers struggled to create any significant pressure, a theme that sadly carried through the innings. Despite a promising start after losing an early wicket with Brian Bennett and captain Craig Ervine stabilizing the innings, their efforts were cut short when the skipper succumbed to the English spinner. Nevertheless, credit where it’s due as Brian Bennett showcased remarkable grit and emerged as the fastest Zimbabwean to hit a century in Test cricket, single-handedly energizing his team with his explosive stroke play. As we head into the follow-on, the Chevrons’ position is precarious, having lost two early wickets and trailing by 270 runs. While the challenge ahead is formidable, but with a little luck and a shift in momentum, the impossible can become possible, and we have seen miracles happen in this game.