Tonight’s clash at R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo marks the inaugural T20 match of the Sri Lanka-Zimbabwe series. Following Sri Lanka’s 2-0 victory in the ODI series, anticipation is high. Despite Sri Lanka’s unbeaten T20 record against Zimbabwe, the latter could spring a surprise. This encounter holds particular significance as the first T20 meeting since the 2012 T20 World Cup, adding an extra layer of excitement to the contest.
In a rain-affected ODI match lasting 27 overs, Tovanindu Hasaranga made a remarkable comeback after five months, bamboozling the opposing batsmen with his spin. He delivered an outstanding performance, claiming 7 wickets for just 19 runs in 5.5 overs.
Match Info
Match: Srilanka vs Zimbabwe, 1st T20 Match
Venue: R. Premadasa International Stadium, Colombo
Date & Time: January 14, 7pm
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Pitch Report
Premadasa Stadium stands as one of Sri Lanka’s largest cricket grounds, featuring a generally slow pitch. Despite limited assistance for fast bowlers after the initial overs, the current rainy season in Colombo might bring an exception, offering movement and challenging conditions for batsmen early on in the match.
Toss and Match Prediction
TOSS WINNER TEAM OF TODAY ‘S MATCH WILL BE SRILANKA
AND MATCH WINNER TEAM SRILANKA …. CRICCHAMP Opinion
Probable 11
Sri Lanka
Wanindu Hasaranga (captain), Kusal Mendis, Sadira Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Kusal Perera, Dasun Shanaka, Dhananjay de Silva, Dilshan Madhushanka, Dushmantha Chameera, Mahish Teekshana, Matisha Pathirana.
Zimbabwe
Sikandar Raza (captain), Joylord Gumby, Ryan Burl, Craig Ervin, T Kamunhukamwe, Milton Shumba, T Munyonga, Richard Ngarwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Wellington Masakadza, T Mufudza.
