Sean Ervine left Zimbabwe during a dark time for cricket In the early 2000s, chaos rocked Zimbabwe Cricket Union A player rebellion erupted, forcing several stars, including Ervine, to walk away The environment was unstable and unsafe for professionals Ervine, then only 21, moved to the UK in search of peace and opportunity There, he rebuilt his career, finding success and stability But Zimbabwe always remained close to his heart Returning was never easy Politics, cricket board troubles, and uncertainty kept him away Now, two decades later, Ervine is ready to come home—and start a fresh chapter with his family Sean Ervine announced his Zimbabwe comeback with emotion and gratitude He wrote, “The time has finally come… we’re heading back to Zimbabwe.” His post carried hope, peace, and appreciation for the last 20 years in the UK He thanked everyone who supported his journey The announcement sparked mixed emotions across the cricket world Many fans welcomed the decision, but others held reservations One notable response came from England legend Kevin Pietersen He simply replied, “Hope it all goes well boet!” His message was kind—but it also felt cautious Pietersen’s tone suggested quiet scepticism He knows the challenges Zimbabwe still faces Cricket in Zimbabwe remains uncertain and politically sensitive Pietersen likely hopes for Ervine’s safety and success, but isn’t fully convinced all is well Still, his comment showed respect and brotherhood For Ervine, the move is bold and brave Only time will tell how this new chapter unfolds Despite Kevin Pietersen being sceptical about Sean Ervine’s Zimbabwe comeback, some top people welcomed him @Kenneth Raydon Sharpe “Welcome home We have a nice home at The Hills waiting for you” @Chicken Hut “We welcome you back home A welcome home family meal is on us Please DM us to redeem ❤️” @4tue_M “May your next chapter be a total bliss Welcome back home🇿🇼🇿🇼” @Flutter 🦋 “So happy for you and your family I hope to go back home one day too ❤️🇿🇼” Follow Us on Google News for Immediate Updates Originally published on iHarare All Zim News is a central hub for all things Zimbabwean, curating news from across the country so no story is missed Alongside aggregation, our team of nationwide reporters provides real-time, on-the-ground coverage Stay informed and connected — reach us at admin@allzimnews.com . Source: Iharare
Image from Kevin Pietersen is sceptical about Sean Ervines Zim return 