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September 6, 2025 7:58 pm
Sikandar Raza's exceptional performance earned him the Player of the Match award. His all-round brilliance was instrumental in Zimbabwe's victory, showcasing his impact with both bat and ball throughout the game.
September 6, 2025 7:46 pm
Zimbabwe have successfully chased down the target, beating Sri Lanka by 5 wickets! A fantastic performance from the home side, securing a well-deserved win.
| Name | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tashinga Musekiwa | 21 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 150 |
| Ryan Burl | 20 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 90.91 |
| Name | Overs | Maiden | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dushan Hemantha | 3.2 | 0 | 23 | 0 | 6.9 |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 4.0 | 0 | 19 | 3 | 4.75 |
September 6, 2025 7:46 pm
Tashinga Musekiwa smashes two consecutive boundaries off Dushan Hemantha, injecting much-needed momentum into Zimbabwe's innings. These quick runs are crucial for easing the pressure and keeping the scoreboard ticking.
September 6, 2025 7:45 pm
Tashinga Musekiwa smashes a much-needed boundary, bringing up Zimbabwe's 80 runs. This four provides a crucial boost to their chase and helps in building momentum against the tight Sri Lankan bowling attack.
September 6, 2025 7:35 pm
Tashinga Musekiwa smashes a much-needed boundary, bringing some relief to Zimbabwe after losing a quick wicket. This four will help in rebuilding the innings.
September 6, 2025 7:32 pm
Maheesh Theekshana traps Tony Munyonga plumb in front, dismissing him LBW for 3 runs. This is a crucial breakthrough for Sri Lanka, as Zimbabwe loses its fifth wicket, piling more pressure on the batting side.
September 6, 2025 7:23 pm
Binura Fernando strikes! Brian Bennett is caught by Fernando himself, a crucial breakthrough for Sri Lanka. Bennett departs after scoring 19 runs, leaving Zimbabwe at 53 for 4. This wicket puts Sri Lanka firmly in control.
September 6, 2025 7:22 pm
Binura Fernando starts his new over with a wide delivery, adding an extra run to Zimbabwe's total. Zimbabwe's score moves to 51 for 3.
September 6, 2025 7:20 pm
Ryan Burl smashes a boundary, bringing up Zimbabwe's 50 runs in a crucial partnership. This boundary helps stabilize the innings after early wickets and provides much-needed momentum.
September 6, 2025 7:19 pm
Ryan Burl smashes a much-needed boundary, finding the fence and adding four crucial runs to Zimbabwe's total. This boundary helps to release some of the mounting pressure and keeps the scoreboard ticking in their chase. A vital stroke at this stage of the innings.
September 6, 2025 7:10 pm
Brian Bennett finds the fence, hitting a crucial boundary to boost Zimbabwe's score. This brings some much-needed runs after a challenging period for the batting side.
September 6, 2025 7:10 pm
Brian Bennett strikes a crucial boundary, sending the ball to the fence for four runs. This boundary provides a much-needed boost for Zimbabwe after losing quick wickets, helping to stabilize their innings and keep the scoreboard ticking.
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Bennett | 12 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 80 |
| Ryan Burl | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Bowler | Overs | Maiden | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dushan Hemantha | 0.1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 24 |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 2.0 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 2.5 |
September 6, 2025 7:08 pm
Dushmantha Chameera picks up his third wicket, dismissing Sikandar Raza. Sri Lanka are fighting back hard, putting immense pressure on Zimbabwe's middle order.
September 6, 2025 6:56 pm
Dushmantha Chameera bowls Sean Williams! Two wickets in quick succession for Sri Lanka, and they are fighting back in this low-scoring encounter. Williams departs without scoring, adding to Zimbabwe's woes.
September 6, 2025 6:54 pm
Dushmantha Chameera gets the breakthrough for Sri Lanka! Tadiwanashe Marumani is caught by Kusal Mendis, ending his aggressive innings. A crucial wicket for Sri Lanka in their defense of a low total.
September 6, 2025 6:50 pm
Tadiwanashe Marumani strikes another boundary, showcasing his aggressive intent and adding crucial runs to Zimbabwe's total. This confident shot further boosts their scoring rate in the chase.
September 6, 2025 6:47 pm
Tadiwanashe Marumani is on fire, smashing another boundary! This is the second consecutive four for him, showcasing aggressive intent and putting pressure on the bowler. Zimbabwe is building momentum rapidly in their chase.
September 6, 2025 6:46 pm
Tadiwanashe Marumani dispatches the ball for a boundary, adding crucial runs to Zimbabwe's chase. This four helps to release some pressure and keeps the scoreboard ticking over nicely.
September 6, 2025 6:43 pm
Zimbabwe begins their chase of 81 runs. Binura Fernando bowls a tight first over, conceding just 2 runs. Brian Bennett and Tadiwanashe Marumani are looking to build a solid foundation for their team.
September 6, 2025 6:39 pm
Binura Fernando bowls the first ball of Zimbabwe's innings, and Brian Bennett gets off the mark with a single. Zimbabwe begins their chase of 81 runs.
September 6, 2025 6:19 pm
Maheesh Theekshana is caught by Sikandar Raza off the bowling of Brad Evans. Sri Lanka are now 80 for 9, teetering on the brink of being bowled out. This dismissal further solidifies Zimbabwe's dominant position in the match.
| Name | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maheesh Theekshana | 6 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 54.55 |
| Binura Fernando | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Name | Overs | Maiden | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brad Evans | 2.3 | 0 | 15 | 2 | 6 |
| Blessing Muzarabani | 3.0 | 0 | 14 | 2 | 4.67 |
September 6, 2025 6:17 pm
Disaster for Sri Lanka! Maheesh Theekshana is runout by Tinotenda Maphosa and Tadiwanashe Marumani. A single was attempted, but brilliant fielding sends Theekshana back to the pavilion. Sri Lanka are now 79 for 9, teetering on the brink.
September 6, 2025 6:04 pm
Sikandar Raza has delivered a devastating spell, picking up two crucial wickets in this over, including Charith Asalanka and Dushmantha Chameera. He now has 3 wickets in the innings, leaving Sri Lanka reeling at 66 for 8. This spell has put Zimbabwe firmly in control.
September 6, 2025 6:03 pm
Sikandar Raza continues his brilliant spell, trapping Dushmantha Chameera plumb in front for a duck. This is a crucial wicket for Zimbabwe, further dismantling the Sri Lankan batting lineup and putting them in a precarious position.
September 6, 2025 6:01 pm
Sikandar Raza delivers a superb ball, bowling Charith Asalanka who departs for 18 runs. This crucial wicket further deepens Sri Lanka's woes, leaving them struggling at 66/7.
| Name | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charith Asalanka | 18 | 23 | 1 | 0 | 78.26 |
| Dushan Hemantha | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Name | Overs | Maiden | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sikandar Raza | 2.3 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 2.4 |
| Sean Williams | 3.0 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 5.33 |
September 6, 2025 5:58 pm
Dasun Shanaka is caught by Tinotenda Maphosa off the bowling of Sean Williams. A crucial breakthrough for Zimbabwe, as Shanaka was looking to rebuild the innings. Sri Lanka are now in deeper trouble, losing their sixth wicket.
| Name | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dasun Shanaka | 15 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 71.43 |
| Charith Asalanka | 16 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 80 |
| Name | O | M | R | W | Eco |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Williams | 3.0 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 5.33 |
| Sikandar Raza | 2.0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
September 6, 2025 5:46 pm
Sri Lanka reaches the 50-run mark in 9.5 overs, a small but significant milestone in their challenging innings. They are currently 50 for 5, battling hard to rebuild after a flurry of early wickets.
September 6, 2025 5:33 pm
Kamindu Mendis is out LBW for a duck! Sikandar Raza strikes, picking up a crucial wicket and sending Mendis back to the pavilion. Sri Lanka are now 38 for 5.
September 6, 2025 5:30 pm
Sri Lanka began their innings with a steady start, scoring 4 runs in the first over without losing any wickets. Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis opened the batting, setting a cautious tone for the innings before the early wickets fell.
September 6, 2025 5:28 pm
Brad Evans bowls Kamil Mishara! After hitting a boundary on a free hit, Mishara departs for 20 runs. This is a crucial breakthrough for Zimbabwe, putting Sri Lanka in deeper trouble as they lose their fourth wicket.
September 6, 2025 5:26 pm
Kamil Mishara takes full advantage of the free hit, smashing a well-timed boundary to add crucial runs to Sri Lanka's total. This aggressive shot helps to alleviate some of the early pressure on the batting side.
September 6, 2025 5:26 pm
Brad Evans bowls a no-ball, gifting Sri Lanka an extra run. This bonus run helps to keep the scoreboard ticking and provides a free hit opportunity for the batsmen, potentially shifting the momentum in their favour.
September 6, 2025 5:25 pm
Kamil Mishara dispatches the ball for a boundary, adding crucial runs to Sri Lanka's total. This boundary helps to alleviate some pressure after early wickets.
September 6, 2025 5:24 pm
Charith Asalanka gets off the mark with a superb boundary, easing some pressure after a wicket. This timely shot brings some much-needed runs for Sri Lanka and helps steady the innings after a quick fall of wickets.
September 6, 2025 5:22 pm
Blessing Muzarabani picks up his second wicket of the innings, as Nuwanidu Fernando is caught by Sikandar Raza. This is a crucial breakthrough for Zimbabwe, putting Sri Lanka under immense pressure with three wickets down in the powerplay.
September 6, 2025 5:20 pm
Kamil Mishara strikes a much-needed boundary, finding the gap with precision to push Sri Lanka's score forward and alleviate some of the early pressure.
September 6, 2025 5:16 pm
Brad Evans delivers a crucial blow for Zimbabwe, as Pathum Nissanka is caught by Tony Munyonga. Nissanka departs after scoring 8 runs, leaving Sri Lanka in a tricky position. This wicket puts more pressure on the batting side.
September 6, 2025 5:15 pm
Pathum Nissanka unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball to the boundary for four runs. This timely boundary helps to release some of the early pressure on Sri Lanka.
September 6, 2025 5:13 pm
A quick bye adds a run to Sri Lanka's total. The batsmen scampered through, taking advantage of a slight misfield. These little extras can prove crucial in a tight contest, keeping the scoreboard ticking over and maintaining momentum.
September 6, 2025 5:10 pm
Kamil Mishara finds the boundary with a well-timed shot, bringing some much-needed runs for Sri Lanka. This four helps to release some of the early pressure built by the Zimbabwean bowlers.
September 6, 2025 5:06 pm
Blessing Muzarabani gets the breakthrough for Zimbabwe, dismissing Kusal Mendis caught by Richard Ngarava. A crucial early wicket puts Sri Lanka under immediate pressure.
September 6, 2025 5:04 pm
Sri Lanka concludes their first over with 4 runs on the board, no wickets lost. Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis have started cautiously against Richard Ngarava, setting a measured tone for the innings.
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathum Nissanka | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 75 |
| Kusal Mendis | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Ngarava | 1.0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
September 6, 2025 4:39 pm
The playing XIs are in! Zimbabwe's lineup includes Bennett, Raza, and Williams, while Sri Lanka fields Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, and Theekshana. Both teams have announced strong squads, setting the stage for an exciting contest.
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