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Zimbabwe Shocks Sri Lanka, Advances Undefeated!
19 Feb
Summary
- Zimbabwe secures Super Eight spot with six-wicket win.
- Bennett scored 63 not out, Raza added 45 runs.
- Sri Lanka posted 178 for seven batting first.
Zimbabwe showcased a dominant performance to secure a spot in the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup, defeating Sri Lanka by six wickets. The African team achieved this victory with a perfect record in the group stage.
Chasing a target of 179 on a challenging pitch, Zimbabwe's innings was anchored by Brian Bennett's composed unbeaten 63 runs off 48 balls. Sikandar Raza provided crucial power, smashing 45 runs from just 26 deliveries, including powerful sixes.
Zimbabwe's openers, Bennett and Tadi Marumani, laid a solid foundation with a 69-run partnership. Despite some middle-order pressure from Sri Lanka's spinners, Raza's aggressive strokeplay and Bennett's steady approach guided Zimbabwe towards the target.
Earlier, Sri Lanka batted first and posted a competitive 178 for seven. Pathum Nissanka was a notable performer with a half-century, while Pavan Rathnayake provided late impetus with a quick-fire 44. Zimbabwe's bowlers, particularly their spinners, effectively contained Sri Lanka in the middle overs.
