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Elton Chigumbura on Talent, Expectations, and What Might Have Been

Brighton Zhawi

Brighton Zhawi

Author, The Thirdman

Former Zimbabwe cricket captain Elton Chigumbura was once hailed as a prodigy. Having featured in two ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cups as a player, he is now set to make a third appearance—this time as Zimbabwe’s head coach.

In this episode of The Thirdman, Chigumbura reflects candidly on his playing career, revisiting the highs, the challenges, and the weight of expectations. Did he fulfil his immense potential? How does he view his journey now, with the benefit of hindsight?
Find out in this insightful and revealing conversation on The Thirdman.