Mic Set Match

Capital26Free — This week, we took Mic, Set, Match to the iconic Harare Sports Club and had a sit down with star Zimbabwe Cricket & Tuskers all-rounder Sikandar Raza! We talk about losing the world cup qualifiers to & facing UAE again in his first series at home in a year. We go through why he thinks it’s important that more teams need to play at the Cricket World Cup, his thoughts on the level of local cricket, his replacement in the team plus why he’s giving away free tickets at every game during the UAE series! Get it all in this fun episode.

Capital26Free — We begin the 2019 season with a chat with Grace, the ANSA Sportswoman of the Year. She talks us through family support, how difficult it can be for sportswomen to break through and as a sports journalist, she also speaks to some of the challenges she goes through in getting top news. Some rumours and life experiences are shared too. Enjoy!

Capital26Free — Sports on the Capital 26free Network your hosts Lizwe and Josh try not to shout into the Mic while they get their Set points across. Listen to them go over Zimbabwe and worlds Sports and see who won that match.

Capital26Free — We have begun a series around the recent fitness wave around the country... Or have we only just started paying more attention now. We speak to two regular runners Bertlin & Fungai and they share some of the challenges, benefits and reasons why they aim to keep fit. Before that, the team dissects the Zim Cricket series against Pakistan with a special feed from Sizwakele, who was at the final match. Simba takes us through the Formula 1 race and we take a brief look into the Zimbabwe Sevens rugby team that was participating at the world cup in the United States. A full cover on all things sport in the past week.

Capital26Free — This week, we have an exclusive interview with former Zim Cricket head selector, captain and legend Tatenda Taibu as he shares his thoughts on the chaos at Zim Cricket at the moment. Why has Zim Cricket treated Brendan Taylor so bad, what are they afraid of & what's the future going to be like? Find out more on this in this episode. Before that, the song in everyone's ears, is the FIFA World Cup trophy 'coming home'? The team share their thoughts on which teams will make it through to the Finals and the eventual winners. Enjoy!

Capital26Free — A day after the Zimbabwe men's rugby national team side, The Sables, drew with Morocco in Harare, the Mic, Set, Match team spoke to team manager Kisset Chirengende over the good vibes about Zimbabwe Rugby administration. We talk about how he has experienced managing The Sables, working with Peter de Villiers and Brendon Dawson and building a new team. Are we ready to topple Namibia? Is there any hope after drawing with Morocco? Find out in this episode. Enjoy!

Capital26Free — The FIFA World Cup starts this week and of course, the team had to go through their predictions for the best performing teams. You'll find of interest to be the wild card team predictions. The one team that Josh, Shingi and Lizwe think will cause all sorts of problems. But before that the team discuss why we need to celebrate women's sport more in Zimbabwe, another COSAFA Cup win and we start looking ahead to the Zimbabwe vs Morocco Gold Cup and 2019 world cup qualifiers rugby match. Enjoy!

Capital26Free — We attended the Castle Lager 5-aside tournament and spoke to legend Tinashe Nengomasha. This episode tells you all about that and we also look at 3-in-a-row Champions League winners Real Madrid with two dedicated and passionate fans. Josh corresponds from somewhere in the deep forests of Zimbabwe while we get analysis from football blogger Tapiwa Semple. It's all just a football madness. @MicSetMatch

Capital26Free — Josh returns to the Mic and discusses with Lizwe their experience from the Friday Fight Night boxing event that was held in Harare. All the action, controversies and drama from the night is shared right here. Remember Alfonso Zvenyika? Find out what he's up to nowadays. Before the boxing we discuss tonight and tomorrow's Champions League matches and a big shout to the man we all thought had an entire team named after him - Arsene Wenger. This is your latest Mic, Set, Match episode!

Capital26Free — In the latest episode @slimsem_ is joined by @taytbells a sports commentator who advocates for women sports. From the pay gap in the Cricket and Zifa's treatment of the Mighty Warriors, all things Zim female sports were discussed. #ZIFARespectMightyWarriors

Capital26Free — The Mic Set Match team breaks down the hottest topic in Zimbabwe Cricket- the racism allegation against fired coach, Heath Streak. Are his actions racist or Zimbabwe Cricket has lost the plot (again)? We look at the madness in Zim Cricket since the loss to UAE. Who should stay and who should go? But First, a look at the Champions League quarter finals!

Capital26Free — After a backlash on our previous episode about our criticism of the Zimbabwe Cricket side, the crew were back discussing why the feedback has actually helped the team to perform better. We look at all the good news from the ICC tournament and there's news on Zimbabwe football, Liverpool's chances against Man City and why we love to hear from you.

Capital26Free — The team had a look at the good and terrible news from Zimbabwean sport in the past few weeks. From the great appointments at Zimbabwe Rugby, the success of the Davis Cup Team and the dire performances by the Zimbabwe cricket. Find out why we should simply make the U16 team take over the Senior National Team in this episode. We also share our expectations for the Zim rugby team. Enjoy!

Capital26Free — The crew got together with the Zim Cricket batsman Vusi Sibanda. Find out if he's eyeing a spot in the Zim Cricket team for the World Cup Qualifiers, how we can qualify for England 2019 & who he thinks should be dropped from the current team.

Capital26Free — The Mic, Set, Match team of Shingi & Lizwe were joined by journalist Brian Goredema to talk all things Zim Cricket. Was Ntini as good as we all think & is Zimbabwe as good as we think? Should Taibu be kept on as chief selector or is it time for new systems? We look at that and more in this heated debate on the Zimbabwe cricket situation.

Capital26Free — Mic,Set,Match is back for the 2018 edition.We had a good run in 2017 and the team including Josh, Shingi & Lizwe got into the studio to review some of the top shows from last year. We also look into all the top sporting events to look out for in the new year The world cups are here

Capital26Free — The team has an insightful chat with one of the most respected local rugby coaches Grant Mitchell and how he has led Old Georgians to two successive Gold Cup seasons. Lessons from the Gold Cup and can any team stop OGS?

Capital26Free — The crew was back this week talking to a member of the Zimbabwe Volleyball Association on what makes Zim Volleyball tick. Who is involved and how can you join in the fun?

Capital26Free — The team found out some interesting insights on how local footballers believe in juju (black magic) and the questions is does it work or not. The team also discuss ZIFA chief Phil Chiyangwa's decision to reverse a red card. Does he have powers to do so? Find out in this episode.

Capital26Free — The Team from Mic Set Match get the amazing opportunity to sit down with Peter Joseph Moor, Zimbabwean national cricket team player. They have an honest and insightful conversation about his journey as a cricketer as well as some of the most memorable moments from the Sri Lanka Tour. The impact of the new coaching staff is discussed as well.

Capital26Free — Josh and Lizwe sit down with the Zimbabwe Rugby Coach Cyprian Mandenge for a fiery episode where all the questions that matter are asked. What determines player selection? Is he still in charge of the team? Was he given a fair opportunity to succeed? Are the "loudmouths" on social media problematic for the sport's development? Find out all about it in this episode.

Capital26Free — BREAKING NEWS: The world's most supported sport was back on at the weekend and there was excitement across board. Who made the biggest impact, who will continue shining, who needs to improve? We talk about all the drama and goals from the weekend. Do you think El Clasico is dropping in terms of the quality of football because Real Madrid will just win? Find out in this week's episode.

Capital26Free — The Team go hard in celebrating the return of the world's most followed sport. Listen in as we preview the Community Shield and the Super Cup. We also have a BIG announcement over the new Fantasy Premier League season, a few tactics and why there's so much noise over the game. Enjoy this one

Capital26Free — The Mic Set Match team hosts the ZIFA Communications manager Xholisani Gwesela just before the National team's loss to Namibia. Find out why Xholisani proudly praises Zim coaches and also informs th team on how ZIFA has been dealing with violence at stadiums. There is news on the Mandatory Junior league starting in 2018. Listento Josh and Lizwe as they express their grief over Zimbabwe bowing out to Namibia.

Capital26Free — Josh and Lizwe are joined by our favorite Zimbabwe Cricket supporter Dobie as we breakdown issues surrounding Zimbabwe Cricket's successful tour to Sri Lanka. Are we seeing now why Heath Streak is such a brilliant leader( again)? Could we do even better with more experienced coaches or Makhaya Ntini and Lance Klusener are perfect? Is regionalism at play with some of the squad selections? We talk about it all in this episode. Enjoy!!!!!

Capital26Free — Lizwe and Josh sit down with the legendary Karate fighter and coach, more of the Urban Legend known as Spider! Together with Sean Ramsey Vice Captain of the Zim Karate team and they have the chop it down. They talk about the recent success of the Zim Team at the Zone 6 games as well as the state of the sport in terms of funding and sponsorship. They also took the opportunity to talk about women participation in the sport and the possibility of Zim partaking in the Olympics! In the news breakdown, the gents joke about COSAFA, Zim versus Sri Lanka and their usual unique and funny reactions to the happenings on and off the court, pitch or wherever people do sport.

Capital26Free — We speak to Zimbabwe's budding 12-year-old motocross rider. Find out what drives her to ride hard & her most memorable moments so far. Her dad features too & explains why parental support is best for sporting excellence. Before that, Zimbabwe & Tuskers spinner shares his views on the ongoing Zimbabwe series against Sri Lanka. Fun was had. Enjoy the episode.

Capital26Free — We're proud to announce the addition of new players to the Mic, Set & Match team. Find out who they are in this episode as we break down the fundamental issues with Zimbabwean football right now. Do we really need two coaches for our men's national team? The whole squad breaks it down for you. Enjoy.

Capital26Free — Lizwe & Josh discuss why the Zimbabwe Warriors team (national men's football team) made them proud and why you need to be at the next match! Josh goes on a rant about our sponsor's involvement in training and some church drama too before Lizwe screams about 'super teams' killing the game of basketball. Enjoy this one! Surprise guest coming up for the next episode too, find out who it is here.

Capital26Free — Your hosts Josh and Lizwe give you their take on all the trending sporting news. Congratulations to our shining girl Tanya Muzinda and it's the Champions League final - there's a bet for it. Listen in and catch up on motocross, Zimbabwe cricket and Juventus vs Real Madrid. Plus our guest journalists got into a heated argument over CAPS United's demise. Enjoy!

Capital26Free — It's been long, it's been exciting but it's done now and Chelsea are the Champions. We had @_dingz and @mama_danai to help us break it down for you. This is the English Football season review. Find out how we rank the managers and the teams. Listen in and enjoy.

Capital26Free — The @MicSetMatch team up of Josh and Lizwe went in-depth with Schools Sports Network founder Chenje Katanda and they learnt how the network came to be. Interesting perspective on sports journalism in Zimbabwe, the impact SSN has had towards sporting development in the country and the areas the country needs to improve upon if we are to be a sporting powerhouse. Have a listen to this great episode and enjoy.

Capital26Free — Josh and Lizwe hosted Zimbabwe Rugby Union vice president Nody Kanyangarara this week and broke down why Zimbabwe rugby hasn't gone as far as it should be. The explanation to the "socks" issue, why the 2017 local league coyld be the best ever and why you should watch this year's Dairibord Rugby Festival. Also, should the Union stop talented players from leaving the country? Listen in and enjoy!

Capital26Free — Josh & Lizwe host University of Zimbabwe Women's Cricket team player Chichi and she talks about the fears of playing sport as a woman. She also questions why it's still called the Gentleman's Game even after women have been playing the game. Josh & Lizwe also look into the FA Cup weekend, El Clasico and the Europa and UEFA Champions League draw. A fun fest. Listen in.

Capital26Free — Josh and Lizwe break down the hottest issue in English football right now. With lots of unwanted records this season, is it time to let Arsene leave? Exciting perspective from the two hosts! Can Barcelona recover from an expected loss and is there any hope for Leicester at this level? Listen and download this high energy show, you will enjoy it!

Capital26Free — We went right into the hottest topic in football - should we have a TV referee? Shingi (@slim_SEM) helped us break it down for you. Have a listen and share what you think with. Also do you really think Neymar will be at Manchester United next season and Eden Hazard will move to Real Madrid?

Capital26Free — Alexandra Maseko is the Zimbabwean National Womens Basketball team captain. She joins Lizwe and Josh and tells them about her amazing journey from Harare to the United States of America. She highlights the different struggles that Zim basket ball players face as well as some of the positives that she took from the Afro Basket Qualifiers that took place recently. She also shares about her charity work, why she is passionate about Women in sport and They delve in #AskAlex where Lizwe and Josh read out questions from listeners about everything, from sport to how many bulls her father would demand for her hand in marriage!

Capital26Free — Zimbabwe mens and womens basketball teams were playing against African Giants Mozambique, Yes, He that you are thinking of, played too. The Kwese Sports Victoria Falls Sevens tournament was also hosted this past weekend and Zim won against Namibia. Listen in to the show and find out what Lizwe and Josh think about Bastian Schweinsteiger leaving England.

Capital26Free — Josh and Lizwe break down this past week's football, capturing all the drams and magic of the world's most followed sport. Monday features Chelsea vs Manchester United, who is your money on? Listen and enjoy our views on the match.

Capital26Free — Mic, Set & Match hosted a couple of U21s rugby players & what a blowing interview it was. We talked rugby development, @OldMutualZW pivotal sponsorship and should we have a quota system for Zim rugby? Have a listen to this latest episode with bits on Claudio Ranieri, Champions League and Europa League.

Capital26Free — What does it mean to be in a supporters' group in Zimbabwe? What are the benefits of being affiliated to these clubs? Do you get free trips to watch your favourite teams? Listen in as @lizweC hosts members of Manchester United, Real Madrid and Arsenal supporters' clubs in Zimbabwe & find out how you can join in.

Capital26Free — What happens when a Liverpool and a Manchester United fan come together to discuss Chelsea's brilliance & Arsenal's bumpy ride? We had two fans have a real go at each other and Antonio Conte is not as good as you think? Listen and learn why Manchester United might or might not make it into the Champions League next season! Join Lizwe as he sits down with ‏@Slim_SEM_ and @sopykays

Capital26Free — Big Hits, Big Stadium and Big News for Zimbabwe! The Mic, Set & Match team of @lizweC and @_6_Legend hosted Kyros Sports director Nyasha to talk about the Super Rugby weekend with top 4 South African sides playing. Big News? Zim Rugby will be back within 4 years! Have a listen, follow instructions and Kyros Sports and Mic, Set and Match might be your weekend buddies!