SRI (Sri Lanka) vs ZIM (Zimbabwe) Match Prediction
SRI
77%
Chance of Winning
ZIM
23%
T20i
R. Premadasa Stadium
Facts:
- In the last game, Zimbabwe registered their first ever T20 win against Sri Lanka.
- With 515 runs, Sikander Raza was the leading run scorer for Zimbabwe in T20 format in 2023.
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Chance of Winning
Zimbabwe headed into this series as a massive underdog as they were outclassed in the ODI series by Sri Lanka heading into this series. Zimbabwe fought hard in the first game as the match went to the wire. Sri Lanka won the game in the final ball with three wickets to spare. In the second match, Zimbabwe opted to bowl first as they struck early, Sri Lanka were 27/4 but managed to post 173 runs on the scoreboard. Zimbabwe managed to chase down the target in the final over as they registered their maiden win in T20 format against Sri Lanka. With the series tied at 1-1 this upcoming game would be a great battle for the neutrals.As per our calculations, Sri Lanka is favourite in the upcoming game.
- Sri Lanka’s chances of winning - 77%
- Zimbabwe’s chances of winning - 23%
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Prediction & Betting Tips 2023
Pathum Nissanka has had a horrendous 2023 as in six T20 matches, Nissanka has scored 83 runs with an average of 13.83 which is pretty underwhelming for an opener. His struggles have continued in this series as Nissanka has failed to show up in the first two matches as he scored mere 2 and 1 which makes us believe he would struggle to score well in the upcoming game.
Tinashe Kamunhukamwe has struggled to score runs in recent games. Kamunhukamwe had a horrific tour to Ireland as he failed to show up in all three T20 games. In three matches, Kamunhukamwe scored in binary numbers 1,0 and 1. Even though he scored 26 off 18 balls in the first game, in the last game he scored 12 runs which makes us believe Kamunhukamwe would struggle to score well in the upcoming game.
Match Prediction Best Odds
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Match Toss Prediction
Historically the venue has seen teams chase targets with ease as the chasing team has a better chance of winning at the venue. Both games in this series have been won by the chasing side which makes us believe both sides would prefer to bowl first at the venue.
Weather Report
With 5% chances of disruptions we believe climate would not play a major role in the game. Maximum temperature is expected to be 29C during the game and minimum temperature is expected to be 24C.
Sri Lanka News & Player List
Sri Lanka Player List
Wanindu Hasaranga (captain), Charith Asalanka, Kusal Mendis (wicketkeeper), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Kusal Janith Perera (wicketkeeper), Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Kamindu Mendis, Pathum Nissanka (subject to fitness), Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Dilshan Madushanka, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara, Akila Dananjaya
Predicted Playing XI
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Pathum Nissanka |
Batter |
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Kusal Janith Perera |
Batter |
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Dhananjaya de Silva |
Batter |
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Dasun Shanaka |
Batter |
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Kusal Mendis |
Wicket-keeper |
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Angelo Mathews |
All-rounder |
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Charith Asalanka |
Batter |
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Wanindu Hasaranga |
Bowler |
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Maheesh Theekshana |
Bowler |
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Dilshan Madushanka |
Bowler |
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Matheesha Pathirana |
Bowler |
Sri Lanka Team Form
Sri Lanka headed into this series after a dominant ODI series against Zimbabwe. They won the first game and took the series lead but Zimbabwe won the last game and levelled the series 1-1.
Zimbabwe News & Player List
Zimbabwe Player List
Sikandar Raza (capt), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Craig Ervine, Joylord Gumbie, Luke Jongwe, Tinashe Kamunhukamwe, Clive Madande, Wellington Masakadza, Carl Mumba, Tony Munyonga, Blessing Muzarabani, Ainsley Ndlovu, Richard Ngarava, Milton Shumba
Predicted Playing XI
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Sikandar Raza |
Batter |
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Tinashe Kamunhukamwe |
Batter |
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Brian Bennett |
Batter |
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Tony Munyonga |
Batter |
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Clive Madande |
Wicket-keeper |
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Ryan Burl |
All-rounder |
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Carl Mumba |
All-rounder |
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Luke Jongwe |
All-rounder |
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Wellington Masakadza |
All-rounder |
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Richard Ngarava |
Bowler |
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Blessing Muzarabani |
Bowler |
Zimbabwe Team Form
Zimbabwe have struggled in the T20 format in the recent past. They managed to upset the odds in the last game as they beat Sri Lanka with four wickets to spare.
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Head to Head
Sri Lanka have dominated Zimbabwe in T20 cricket. In the last game, Zimbabwe registered their maiden T20 win against Sri Lanka as they tied the series 1-1 which makes this final game an intriguing proposition for the neutrals.
Head to Head
Sri Lanka: 4
Zimbabwe: 1
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Betting Odds
Zimbabwe to have a better opening partnership than Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe go head to head one last time in this series with the series tied at 1-1. In the last game Zimbabwe registered their maiden win against Sri Lanka in T20 cricket as this series has been far more competitive than we all imagined especially after the ODI series where Sri Lanka dominated the proceedings. Zimbabwe openers have outperformed Sri Lanka openers in the first two matches. In the two games thus far Zimbabwe has managed an opening partnership of 37 and 22 and in both matches they managed to have a better opening stand than Sri Lanka. The form of Sri Lanka openers has been a big worry as they haven’t had a good start in T20 format for a while which makes us believe Zimbabwe would have a better opening stand in the upcoming game.
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe
T20i
R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Top Team Batters
Angelo Matthews to be Sri Lanka’s top batter
Angelo Matthews made a comeback in T20 cricket and have been exceptional in both games thus far. In the first game, Matthews scored 46 off 38 balls as Sri Lanka won a close game and in the second game once against Matthews scored 66 off 51 balls which makes him our top pick in the upcoming game.
Sikander Raza to be Zimbabwe’s top batter
Even though Sikender Raza did not have a good outing in the last game, we are still going to stick with him as he has had a phenomenal year in T20 format as with 515 runs he was the leading run scorer for Zimbabwe in 2023 and in the first game he scored a brilliant half century which makes him our top pick in the upcoming game.
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Top Team Bowlers
Maheesh Theekshana to be Sri Lanka’s top bowler
Maheesh Theekshana was once again excellent in the last game as he ended up with bowling figures of 2/25 and was the top wicket taker for Sri Lanka in the last game. So far in this series Theekshana has ended up with four wickets which makes him our top pick in the upcoming game.
Blessing Muzarabani to be Zimbabwe’s top bowler
Blessing Muzarabani has been exceptional for Zimbabwe thus far. He has been one of the most consistent bowlers for Zimbabwe in T20 format. In the two games thus far, Muzarabani ended up with 2/33 and 2/36, in the last game, he was the top wicket taker for Zimbabwe which makes him our top pick in the upcoming game.
Our Prediction
Favorites to win
Sri Lanka
- Sri Lanka to win @ 1.30 (PariMatch)
- Zimbabwe to win @ 3.50 (PariMatch)
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