Zimbawe square series with historic win
Zimbabwe stayed patient through the final day even as Misbah-ul-Haq threatened to dash their hopes to win the second Test and square the two-match series
10/09Result
2nd Test, Pakistan tour of Zimbabwe at Harare, Sep 10-14 2013
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![Zimbabwe]( "Zimbabwe")
294 & 199 -
![Pakistan]( "Pakistan")
230 & 239 (81 ov)
Player of the Match
10/09Result
2nd Test, Pakistan tour of Zimbabwe at Harare, Sep 10-14 2013
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![Zimbabwe]( "Zimbabwe")
294 & 199 -
![Pakistan]( "Pakistan")
230 & 239 (81 ov)
Player of the Match
Day 5
Turmoil turns to rejoicing for emergent Zimbabwe
After financial trouble and player walkouts, Zimbabwe enjoyed a day filled with nothing but joy as they bested a top Test team for the first time since 2001
'Everyone did something today' - Taylor
In Zimbabwe's victory over Pakistan, there was no centurion. Instead, there were three fifties, two five-wicket hauls and whole lot of heart
Pakistan drop to sixth place in ICC Test rankings
Zimbabwe's historic 24-run win in the second Test to level the series 1-1 made Pakistan drop from fourth to sixth in the ICC Test rankings
'Our batting was the culprit' - Misbah
Being gracious in defeat but scathing in self-examination is a Misbah-ul-Haq speciality and he was on top form with it again today
'Zimbabwe boys, you bloody beauties'
The cricket world reacts to Zimbabwe beating Pakistan by 24 runs in Harare, to record their first Test win against a country other than Bangladesh in 12 years
Day 4
Harare promises thrilling final day
This Test has been played with pay strife and load shedding as the sightscreens, but Zimbabwe were five wickets short of lifting that gloom momentarily
Zimbabwe's rarest and Pakistan's narrowest
Stats highlights from Zimbabwe's rare triumph against Pakistan at Harare
Can Zimbabwe cap on-field progress with victory?
Zimbabwe have pushed Pakistan far beyond anyone thought they could, to the point where a season-defining victory is within sight; should they fall short, the positives should not be forgotten
Rahat Ali does a Donald
Plays of the Day from the fourth day of the second Test between Zimbabwe and Pakistan in Harare
What now for Zimbabwe?
After a magical win, Zimbabwe will disappear from the international stage for at least five months and won't play a Test for double that time. So what next?
Day 3
Pakistan claw back with late strikes
Pakistan's collapse against the second new ball and determined batting from Tino Mawoyo and Hamilton Masakadza put Zimbabwe slightly ahead in the second and final Test
Vitori's second coming
It was Brian Vitori's first Test in 19 months, and his selection had caused a few raised eyebrows, but a five-for underlined his value
A birthday present for Rahat Ali
Plays of the day for the third day of the second Test in Harare
Late reward for Pakistan pressure
Even though Zimbabwe dominated most parts of the third day by taking a 64-run lead and then building on it, three wickets in the last nine balls of the day brought the Pakistanis back and has given both the sides almost equal chances of winning the Test
Day 2
Younis, Misbah stabilise Pakistan
It was down to the old firm of Younis Khan and Misbah-ul-Haq to stabilise Pakistan after the top order wobbled again
Working in the dark
A powercut in Harare left most parts of the city without electricity, forcing our correspondent to search for a plug point and an internet connection
Vitori's handstand and the run-out verdict
Plays of the day for the second day of the second Test in Harare
The Professor's problem
Pakistan have a problem at the top of their order. Their experienced opener is struggling, and they are still having try-outs for the other spot
Day 1
Late wickets allow Pakistan a way back
Zimbabwe allowed Pakistan to claw back into the match in the third session of the second Test in Harare after keeping the bowlers at bay for two-thirds of the day
A chicken runs after a run drought
Plays of the Day from the first day of the second Test in Harare
Masakadza hails Junaid's spell
Junaid Khan's opening spell in the second Test was described as "one of the best I have faced," by Zimbabwe's No.3 Hamilton Masakadza
Why Zimbabwe need more Tests
Zimbabwe showed good application in the first two sessions and with more Test experience they could avoid being suckered into traps set by the Pakistan bowlers after tea
Others
Losing my naivety with Pakistan
We can talk about Misbah and Hafeez, propose new stars and offer retirement to others, but we all know the game isn't cricket - it is the politics of self-interest and greed
Bowling coach among Zimbabwe's top priorities
Acquiring the services of a bowling coach will be one of Zimbabwe's top priorities as they look to build for future international series
Pakistan's mediocrity raises questions
Does Mohammad Hafeez deserve to be in the Test side? Who after Misbah? What is Whatmore doing? Does the board have a plan to safeguard the future?
Former Pakistan cricketers demand changes
Misbah-ul-Haq and Pakistan's batting have come under severe criticism from the former players with the team's loss in the second Test against Zimbabwe being termed as "embarrassing and shameful"
'Being honest is one of my big weaknesses'
Mohammad Hafeez chats about his leadership style, his batting form, and his love for cars
Splendid and dismal
Zimbabwe produced moments of brilliance on the field that gave just enough succour to keep hopes of a better future alive
Taylor wants to sign off series on a high-note
Brendan Taylor hopes that Zimbabwe can put in a better performance against Pakistan in the second Test, mindful of the fact that they potentially won't be in whites again till July next year