India debut Ashok Sharma as both sides hand new caps in first T20I vs Zimbabwe

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India handed a debut to Ashok Sharma in the opening T20I against Zimbabwe, choosing to bowl first after winning the toss. Zimbabwe also welcomed two new faces into their lineup for the match. Batter Ben Curran and left-arm seamer Newman Nyamhuri both received their first international caps for the home side. The match marked a significant occasion for all three debutants as they stepped onto the international stage for the first time.

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