Dominant Bennett and Evans Lead Zimbabwe to Tri-Nation Series Triumph Over Sri Lanka

In a commanding performance, Zimbabwe triumphed over Sri Lanka by 67 runs during the second match of the Pakistan T20I Tri-Series at Pindi Cricket Stadium. This victory showcased the skill of players like Brian Bennett and Brad Evans, solidifying Zimbabwe’s standing in the series.

Key Match Highlights

• Zimbabwe’s Innings: Zimbabwe batted first, scoring 162 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs.
• Top Scorers:
  • Brian Bennett: 49 runs off 42 balls
  • Sikandar Raza: 47 runs from 32 deliveries
• Brad Evans contributed a quick four runs before being run out.

Sri Lanka’s Response

Sri Lanka struggled in their chase, scoring only 95 runs, which resulted in their being bowled out. Key performances included:

• Dasun Shanaka: 34 runs off 25 balls
• Kusal Perera: 4 runs
• Pathum Nissanka: 0 runs

Wickets fell consistently as Zimbabwe’s bowlers executed their plans effectively.

Bowling Performance

Zimbabwe’s bowling attack was spearheaded by Brad Evans, who took 3 wickets for just 9 runs. Other notable contributions included:

• Richard Ngarava: 2 wickets
• Graeme Cremer, Ryan Burl, Sikandar Raza, and Tinotenda Maposa: 1 wicket each

Match Summary

Zimbabwe’s disciplined bowling, combined with a solid start in their batting innings, set the tone for the match. After winning the toss, Sri Lanka chose to field, but Zimbabwe quickly took control. They reached 100 runs in just 12.2 overs. The extras contributed an additional four runs.

This victory further cements Zimbabwe’s position in the tri-series and showcases their depth in batting and bowling talent.

Team Line-ups

This match highlighted the strengths of the Zimbabwean team and set up an exciting atmosphere for the upcoming fixtures in the series. With dominant performances from players like Bennett and Evans, fans can anticipate an intriguing tournament ahead.