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ZIM vs SL 1st T20I Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s Match Between Zimbabwe And Sri Lanka?



ZIM vs SL 1st T20I Prediction [Source: @ZimCricketv, @OfficialSLC/x.com]ZIM vs SL 1st T20I Prediction [Source: @ZimCricketv, @OfficialSLC/x.com]

The cricket caravan rolls into Harare as Zimbabwe take on Sri Lanka in the opening T20I of the three-match series on Wednesday, September 3 at the Harare Sports Club. The contest gets underway at 5:00 PM IST and with both sides carrying contrasting form, expect this clash to set the tone for the series.

Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe are still to confirm their squad for the series but they will be desperate to put behind a forgettable T20I Tri-Series against New Zealand and South Africa earlier this year. Playing at home in July, Zimbabwe lost all four games and failed to make the final, a performance they will want to erase quickly. The hosts have always been fighters, and playing in front of home fans could just lift them.

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka arrive with confidence sky-high after a 2-0 win in the ODI series. Led by Charith Asalanka, Sri Lanka look well-balanced and will be eager to carry their momentum into the shorter format. They have won two of the four T20Is they have played this year. The Lankans will fancy their chances of sealing another series win on this tour.

ZIM vs SL Head-To-Head In T20Is

Categories
Zimbabwe
Sri Lanka
Matches Played6
6
Matches Won1
5
Matches Lost51
Matches Tied
0
0
No Result
0
0

How Will The Pitch At Harare Sports Club Behave?

The Harare Sports Club pitch has something in it for everyone. Fast bowlers get movement with the new ball and spinners start coming into play as the innings wears on. Batters, though, can still make merry once they get their eye in. Out of the 59 T20Is played here, teams batting first have won 31 and given the conditions, captains winning the toss will be tempted to put runs on the board.

Players To Watch Out For In ZIM vs SL 1st T20I

Zimbabwe

Sikandar Raza

Sikandar Raza has been carrying Zimbabwe’s batting on his shoulders. Fresh from scoring 151 runs in two ODIs, including back-to-back fifties, Raza’s form with both bat and ball will be Zimbabwe’s biggest hope.

Richard Ngarava

Richard Ngarava looked sharp in the ODI series, picking four wickets in two matches. His ability to bring the ball back into right-handers makes him a real threat in the powerplay overs.

Blessing Muzarabani

Zimbabwe’s pace spearhead, Blessing Muzarabani didn’t enjoy his best run in the ODIs with just one wicket in two matches, but he has the experience and skill to bounce back. On his day, he can rattle top orders.

Sri Lanka

Pathum Nissanka

Pathum Nissanka has been in dream touch as he has amassed 425 runs in his last 10 T20Is at an average of 42.5. His consistency at the top gives Sri Lanka a solid start more often than not.

Kusal Perera

A natural stroke-maker, Kusal Perera has piled up 278 runs in his last 10 games at a strike rate of nearly 145. His fearless approach can shift momentum quickly.

Maheesh Theekshana

Sri Lanka’s mystery spinner, Maheesh Theekshana remains a constant threat. With 11 wickets in his last 10 outings, he thrives in middle overs, building pressure and striking at crucial times.

Today’s Match Prediction: ZIM vs SL 1st T20I Match

Predicted Top Performers

Zimbabwe: Sikandar Raza, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani
Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Maheesh Theekshana

ZIM vs SL 1st T20I Match: Predicted Score

Predicted first innings score: 140-160
Predicted second innings score: 130-150

Predicted Result: Considering the strength, and recent form of both teams, we reckon Sri Lanka are the favourites to win this match.