Sri Lanka triumphed 2-1 in the 3-match T20I series, bouncing back strongly after Zimbabwe had leveled the contest earlier. The decisive third match underlined Sri Lanka’s depth in batting and effective bowling, with young talents like Mishara stepping up under pressure.
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| SRI defeated ZIM by 8 wickets |
Match Summary – 3rd T20I, Harare Sports Club (September 2025)
Tadiwanashe Marumani: 51 (T20I fifty)
Bowling – Pramod Hemantha: 3/38
Sri Lanka Innings: 193/2 (17.4 overs)
Kamil Mishara: 73* (maiden T20I fifty)
Result: Sri Lanka won by 8 wickets (with 14 balls to spare)
Series: Sri Lanka won the 3-match T20I series 2-1
Key Moments
Marumani’s Breakthrough: Zimbabwe got off to a strong start with Tadiwanashe Marumani’s 51, his half-century, guiding them to a solid 191/8.Hemantha’s Spell: Sri Lanka’s Dushan Hemantha (3/38) helped restrict Zimbabwe from crossing 200 despite late hitting.
Sri Lanka’s Confident Chase: Openers provided momentum before Kamil Mishara (73)* and Kusal Perera (46)* stitched a match-winning partnership.
Decisive Finish: Sri Lanka reached 193/2 in just 17.4 overs, showcasing composure and clean hitting to seal the series.
Player Awards
Player of the Series: Dushmantha Chameera – for his consistent bowling impact across the series
FAQs – Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe T20I Series 2025
Q1: Who won the Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe T20I series 2025?
Sri Lanka won the 3-match T20I series 2-1 after defeating Zimbabwe by 8 wickets in the final match at Harare Sports Club.
Q2: Who was the Player of the Match in the 3rd T20I?
Kamil Mishara was named Player of the Match for his unbeaten 73 runs that guided Sri Lanka to victory.
Q3: Who won the Player of the Series award?
Dushmantha Chameera was awarded Player of the Series for his consistent bowling performances throughout the 3 matches.
Q4: What was Zimbabwe’s score in the 3rd T20I?
Zimbabwe scored 191/8 in 20 overs, with Tadiwanashe Marumani top-scoring with 51 runs.
Q5: How many runs did Sri Lanka chase in the final T20I?
Sri Lanka successfully chased 192 runs, reaching 193/2 in 17.4 overs.
Q6: Who were the top scorers for Sri Lanka in the 3rd T20I?
Kamil Mishara (73*) and Kusal Perera (46*) were the standout batsmen for Sri Lanka.
Q7: Where was the Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe T20I series played?
All three matches of the series were played at the Harare Sports Club, Zimbabwe.
