Hello and welcome to the second match of the T20 tri-series. After a fighting loss against Pakistan, Zimbabwe are back in action today against Sri Lanka. Stand-in captain Dasun Shanaka won the toss and chose to bowl first. Sikandar Raza and his team registered a total of 162/8 after 20 overs.

Playing XIs

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Dasun Shanaka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Janith Liyanage, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara

Zimbabwe: Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Brendan Taylor (wk), Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Brad Evans, Richard Ngarava, Wellington Masakadza

Pitch Report – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

The surface offers a marked contrast to the previous match. Wide cracks and a firm, dry top ensure consistent bounce and quick carry, allowing the ball to come onto the bat nicely. Unlike the earlier low, gripping wicket that encouraged heavy use of slower deliveries, this track favours stroke-play once batters settle.