The three-match ODI series between Zimbabwe and Zimbabwe ended with a 2-0 scoreline in favour of the hosts. They dominated Zimbabwe in the series. Now both teams will be seen in action during the first game of the three-match T20I series.
This game will be played at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on January 14. Sri Lanka have a great track record against Zimbabwe and have a number of match-winners. So they will be confident enough to win this game as well. On the other hand, Zimbabwe will be keen to register its first T20I win against Sri Lanka.
SL vs ZIM: Match Details
Date: 14 January 2024 (Sunday)
Time: 07:00 pm I.S.T.
Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
SL vs ZIM: Head-to-Head
These two teams don't often play against each other in a shorter format. So far, there have been only three T20is between the two sides, and all of those ended in favour of Sri Lanka.
SL vs ZIM: Live Streaming Details
The first T20I match will be available on the Sony Ten 5 and Sony Ten 5 HD channels on TV. Fans can catch the game live on the FanCode Mobile app and website.
SL vs ZIM: Pitch Report
The surface at Premadasa Stadium is all in favour of bowlers. It is a spinning track, and bowlers will get the grip that will pose a challenge in front of the batters to score runs freely.
SL vs ZIM: Predicted XI
Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Kusal Perera, Maheesh Theekshana, Angelo Matthews, Wanindu Hasaranga, Charith Asalanka, Sahan Arachchige, Dushmantha Chameera, Janith Liyanage, Dilshan Madushanka
New Zealand: Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Craig Ervine, Milton Shumba, Sikandar Raza, Joylord Gumbie, Luke Jongwe, Richard Ngarava, Ryan Burl, Clive Madande, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani
SL vs ZIM: Dream11 Team
Wicket-keepers: Kusal Mendis
Batters: Craig Ervine, P Nissanka, Charitha Asalanka, Ryan Burl
All-rounders: Sikandar Raza (Captain), Wanindu Hasaranga (Vice Captain), D de Silva, Sean Williams
Bowlers: Dilshan Madhushanka, Blessing Muzarabani
Also Read: Join Our WhatsApp Channel For World Cup Updates Dream11 Prediction: All the odds are in favour of the home side. They have better players who are best suited for this pitch. So we pick Sri Lanka to win the first T20 against Zimbabwe.