23:05 03/09/2025
Sri Lanka defeated Zimbabwe by four wickets in the first T20I in Harare. Zimbabwe posted 175-7, highlighted by Brian Bennett's impressive 81. Pathum Nissanka anchored Sri Lanka's chase with a rapid 55, while Kamindu Mendis provided the finishing touch with an unbeaten 41, securing the victory with five balls to spare. Richard Ngarava was Zimbabwe's top bowler, taking 2-19.