The much-anticipated third and final encounter of the ODI series between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe is scheduled for Thursday at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.
Sri Lanka currently holds a 1-0 lead in the series, with the first match being abandoned due to rain. The second game saw a thrilling battle, where the hosts secured a narrow two-run victory, sealing an unassailable lead.
Zimbabwe, batting first in the second ODI, faced challenges converting starts into substantial scores, ultimately being bundled out for 208 in the 45th over. Skipper Craig Ervine’s resilient 82 off 102 balls was a standout performance. Sri Lanka’s Maheesh Theekshana shone with the ball, claiming figures of 4/31, supported by Dushmantha Chameera and Jeffrey Vandersay, who each secured a couple of wickets.
In response, Sri Lanka faced regular setbacks, but Janith Liyanage’s composed 95 anchored the innings. Despite losing eight wickets, Chameera (18) and Vandersay (19) displayed exceptional batting to secure victory with six balls to spare. Zimbabwe’s Richard Ngarava took a five-wicket haul, but it wasn’t enough to defend the total.
As they head into the final match, Zimbabwe aims to bounce back from the loss, while Sri Lanka seeks to clinch the series 2-0.
Match Details:
- Event: Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe, 3rd ODI, Zimbabwe tour of Sri Lanka, 2023
- Date and Time: January 11th, 2024, Thursday, 2:30 PM IST
- Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
Pitch Report:
R. Premadasa Stadium offers a balanced platform for both batsmen and bowlers. Batsmen will need time to settle, while spinners can expect assistance from the surface.
Weather Report:
Colombo’s temperature is projected to range between 24 to 30 degrees Celsius on matchday, with a 40% chance of rain.
Live Streaming:
- TV: Sony Sports Network
- Streaming: SonyLiv and FanCode
Probable XI:
- Sri Lanka: Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (c & wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Janith Liyanage, Charith Asalanka, Sahan Arachchige, Dasun Shanaka, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Jeffrey Vandersay, Dilshan Madushanka
- Zimbabwe: Joylord Gumbie (wk), Tinashe Kamunhukamwe, Craig Ervine (c), Milton Shumba, Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl, Clive Madande, Faraz Akram, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Tapiwa Mufudza
Match Prediction:
After a closely contested second ODI, Sri Lanka holds the winning momentum. Zimbabwe needs a collective effort to level the series, but Sri Lanka is likely to continue their winning streak.
Prediction For Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe 3rd ODI:
Prediction: Sri Lanka to win this contest.
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