Experienced batter Sean Williams has been withdrawn from the Zimbabwe team that is taking part in the current Men's T20 World Cup Africa Region Final. The 39-year-old was released from the home country's team by Zimbabwe Cricket because of personal issues, and his replacement was announced as wicketkeeper-batter Clive Madande. The news follows Zimbabwe starting their campaign with a five-wicket win over Uganda on Friday, a game in which Sean Williams didn't participate. The tournament is being used as a qualification route to the 2026 T20 World Cup, with the top two qualifying. Clive Madande, with his quick wicketkeeping and proficient lower-order batting, is now part of the team as they proceed in their World Cup qualification quest. His arrival brings with it a new choice for team management as they navigate their way through the round-robin tournament of eight countries, including the top favorites such as Namibia. Read also: Pathum Nissanka breaks multiple Virat Kohli records in final Super Four match against India Zimbabwe will be looking to take their winning momentum from the opening game despite the non-availability of the veteran Williams, whose all-round talent has been a cornerstone of the national team for many years. The Africa Region Final is a vital chance for Zimbabwe to qualify for the global tournament planned for India and Sri Lanka early in 2026. The home team are among the favourites to move forward, together with other leading Associate countries in the tournament. The next fixtures of the team will be keenly observed as they get used to the abrupt change in team composition. The tournament proceeds with all teams vying to secure the two available qualification slots at the 2026 T20 World Cup.