Afghanistan and Zimbabwe’s first Test ended in a run-laden draw after all three innings passed 500, leaving bowlers and viewers facing a prolonged test of stamina.
The match produced an emphatic display of batting endurance, with neither side able to force a result despite the huge totals posted across the three innings.
For the bowlers, the contest became a demanding exercise in patience, while the length of the match made it an equally testing experience for those watching.
