Sri Lanka registered a convincing victory over Zimbabwe in the World Cup qualifier match. Once again, it was Sri Lanka’s bowling attack that stood out and played a pivotal role in their triumph. Throughout the tournament, the Sri Lankan bowling group has been instrumental in maintaining a perfect win record.
Winning the toss was a significant advantage for Sri Lanka in this match. Madushanka and Theekshana took charge at different stages of the game, with Madushanka making an impact with the new ball and Theekshana shining later on. Their combined efforts resulted in Zimbabwe being bundled out for a mere 165 runs
With such a modest total to defend, Zimbabwe had little chance of making a comeback in the match. The opening partnership of Sri Lanka shut the door on Zimbabwe right from the beginning. The target was chased down comfortably, and Sri Lanka emerged victorious by 9 wickets.
As a result of this win, Sri Lanka has secured their place in the World Cup. On the other hand, it is likely to be a close battle between Zimbabwe and Scotland for the remaining spot. Sri Lanka’s dominant performance in this match has earned them the well-deserved ticket to the World Cup.
Match Summary:Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka, Super Sixes, Match 4Result: Sri Lanka won by 9 wicketsZIM – 165 (32.2 overs)SL – 169/1 (33.1 overs)Current Run Rate (CRR): 5.10Player of the Match: Maheesh Theekshana, who made a significant contribution to Sri Lanka’s victory.
