Zimbabwe's Craig Ervine races to his fifth Test ton: Stats
What's the story
Craig Ervine bolstered Zimbabwe in the second innings of the 1st Test against Afghanistan at Sharjah Cricket Stadium. In a second-innings showdown, Ervine added a 140-run stand with Antum Naqvi. The duo helped Zimbabwe cross the 315-run mark on Day 5. Ervine, who earlier completed 2,000 Test runs, completed his fifth century in the format. Here are the key stats.
Knock
Ervine reaches three figures
Facing a slender 10-run deficit, Zimbabwe were in trouble early on (38/2 in 11.4 overs). Brendan Taylor and Brian Bennett then steadied the ship with an 82-run stand.
After Taylor's dismissal, Ervine joined forces with Bennett. However, the visitors were reduced to 175/4 in 42.3 overs.
Adding 140 runs with Naqvi, Ervine reached three figures.
Numbers
A look at his numbers
As mentioned, Ervine raced to his fifth Test century. He also has eight half-centuries.
During his knock, the Zimbabwe batter got past 2,100 Test runs. From 33 Tests (64 innings), Ervine has an average of over 35.
Across seven Test innings against Afghanistan, Ervine has 2 tons and as many half-centuries. He averages over 70 against this side.