Zimbabwe Secures Historic Victory Against Sri Lanka in Thrilling T20 Tri-Series
Zimbabwe Secures Historic Victory Against Sri Lanka in Thrilling T20 Tri-Series
Zimbabwe Triumphs by 67 Runs
In a remarkable performance, Zimbabwe achieved its most significant Twenty20 victory against Sri Lanka, winning by 67 runs. This match took place on Thursday in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, marking a crucial moment in the ongoing T20 tri-series.
Match Highlights
Zimbabwe batted first, scoring 162 runs for the loss of 8 wickets. Captain Sikandar Raza led the charge with an impressive 47 runs off 32 balls. Opening batsman Brian Bennett also shone, contributing 49 runs before falling just short of another half-century.
- Sikandar Raza: 47 runs from 32 balls
- Brian Bennett: 49 runs
- Total: 162-8
Sri Lanka struggled in their innings, finishing at 95 runs all out in just 20 overs. Fast bowler Brad Evans was exceptional, taking 3 wickets for only 9 runs. Notably, every Zimbabwean bowler managed to claim at least one wicket.
Sri Lanka’s Disappointing Performance
The defeat marks another low point for Sri Lanka, who have had a challenging tour in Pakistan. Prior to this match, they were swept 3-0 in an ODI series against Pakistan. In this match, Sri Lanka lost their top order early, with Pathum Nissanka dismissed for a duck.
Captain Dasun Shanaka, playing in his first match as captain for the tri-series, managed to score 34 runs but expressed discontent with the team’s execution. He stated, “The intent was not there from the beginning,” highlighting the need for improvement among his players.
Next Matches
Looking ahead, Sri Lanka will face Pakistan again on Saturday. Both teams will aim to refine their strategies and secure much-needed victories in this competitive series.
