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• 03/08/2024
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Hamilton Masakadza, former Zimbabwe cricketer and director of cricket, has tendered his resignation following Zimbabwe’s failure to qualify for the 2024 T20 World Cup in the USA and the Caribbean. Masakadza, who took on the role in October 2019 after retiring from international cricket, stepped down from his position, marking another significant departure after the resignation of head coach Dave Houghton three months prior.

JUST IN | Hamilton Masakadza is leaving his role as Zimbabwe Cricket’s Director of Cricket, citing Zimbabwe’s failure to qualify for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 as the main reason for his decision to step down.

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In his resignation letter, Masakadza thoughtfully considered the team’s achievements and setbacks during his tenure. He acknowledged the progress made but highlighted Zimbabwe’s disappointment as the only Full Member nation not participating in the upcoming T20 World Cup following an unexpected loss to Uganda. Accepting full responsibility as the Director of Cricket, Masakadza acknowledged that this defeat was one of the lowest points in his career.

During Masakadza’s leadership, Zimbabwe did manage to qualify for the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia, where they advanced to the Super 12s stage. Additionally, he successfully oversaw the Men’s T20 World Cup Qualifier in 2022 and the Men’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier in 2023, both hosted in Zimbabwe. Despite these accomplishments, the recent setback prompted Masakadza to decide to step down.

Hamilton Masakadza and Dave Houghton’s resignation leaves two crucial spots

Masakadza’s resignation indicates his commitment to Zimbabwe Cricket and expresses his willingness to serve in a different capacity. Looking ahead, he is interested in contributing to the organization’s efforts as it prepares to host the Men’s Under-19 World Cup in 2026 and the Men’s 50-over World Cup in 2027.

This move raises questions about the future leadership and direction of Zimbabwe Cricket. Masakadza’s departure and Houghton’s resignation as head coach leave key positions to be filled. The cricketing community will keenly observe how Zimbabwe Cricket navigates these changes and endeavors to regain its competitive edge on the international stage. As the organization prepares for upcoming global events, Masakadza’s willingness to continue serving in a different role suggests a commitment to contributing positively to the future endeavours of Zimbabwe Cricket.