The third and final T20I between Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka is set for September 7, with the series levelled at 1-1. This decisive encounter means both sides are now fighting for the series victory.
Sikandar Raza will be desperate to lead his side to a memorable victory. His brilliant bowling form in the second match was a highlight, and the team will be relying on him to deliver a match-winning performance with both bat and ball in this decider. For Zimbabwe to compete, they will need a strong collective effort and for other key players to step up under pressure.
For Sri Lanka, with the series on the line, there is no room for complacency. While the team has performed well, the form of their captain, Charith Asalanka, will be under the spotlight. As a key part of the batting lineup, Asalanka will be keen to make a significant contribution in a do-or-die game and ensure his team finishes the tour as series winners.
ZIM vs SL, 3rd T20I: Match Details
- Date and Time: September 07; 05:00 pm IST/ 11:30 am GMT/ 01:30 am local
- Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
ZIM vs SL: Head-to-Head Record in T20Is
Matches played: 8 | Zimbabwe won: 2 | Sri Lanka won: 6 | No result: 0
Harare Sports Club Pitch Report
The surface at Harare Sports Club is known for its balance, offering something for both batters and bowlers. Fast bowlers usually find early assistance through swing and seam, while the pitch’s bounce and carry allow batters to play their strokes with confidence in the opening overs. As the match progresses, the track tends to slow down, bringing spinners into play as they can extract grip and variation during the middle stages. Batters must adjust their shot selection carefully and rely on sharp running between the wickets to maintain momentum. Overall, the pitch requires adaptability, with moderate scores expected and a slight edge favouring teams that combine pace and spin effectively.
ZIM vs SL, 3rd T20I: Probable XIs
Zimbabwe: Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Brad Evans, Tinotenda Maposa, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani
Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera, Nuwanidu Fernando, Charith Asalanka (c), Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Dushan Hemantha, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara
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ZIM vs SL, 3rd T20I: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- Zimbabwe wins the toss and bats first
- ZIM powerplay score: 40-45
- ZIM total score: 160-170
Case 2:
- Sri Lanka wins the toss and bats first
- SL powerplay score: 55-60
- SL total score: 180-190
Match result: Sri Lanka to win the contest.
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