Sri Lanka is set to launch its T20 campaign against Zimbabwe, aiming to secure their first win following a disappointing ODI series. The match marks their return to the field after a 3-0 series defeat against Pakistan.
Match Details
The opening T20I of the tri-series will take place at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Sri Lanka, captained by Dasun Shanaka, will take on Zimbabwe. The match allows Sri Lanka an opportunity to rebound from previous losses.
Toss and Pitch Conditions
- Toss: Sri Lanka won the toss and opted to bowl first.
- Pitch Report: The Rawalpindi pitch is typically flat, favoring high scores, but has shown slower conditions recently.
- Weather Report: A chilly day is forecasted, with no rain expected.
Team Line-ups
Sri Lanka Playing XI
- Pathum Nissanka
- Kusal Mendis (wk)
- Kusal Perera
- Bhanuka Rajapaksa
- Dasun Shanaka (c)
- Kamindu Mendis
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Dushmantha Chameera
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Nuwan Thushara
- Eshan Malinga
Zimbabwe Playing XI
- Brian Bennett
- Tadiwanashe Marumani
- Brendan Taylor (wk)
- Ryan Burl
- Sikandar Raza (c)
- Tony Munyonga
- Tashinga Musekiwa
- Brad Evans
- Tinotenda Maposa
- Richard Ngarava
- Graeme Cremer
This T20 encounter provides Sri Lanka a crucial opportunity to start fresh in the tri-series against a resilient Zimbabwe team. The outcome of this match could significantly influence the morale and trajectory of the Sri Lankan squad moving forward.
