SL vs ZIM Match 38 Results

1:31 PM IST Bowling let them down - Sri Lanka will be disappointed with their bowling effort, especially while defending the highest total at this ground in this World Cup. They failed to find early breakthroughs, and although Dasun Shanaka, Dushan Hemantha and Dunith Wellalage managed to strike, the wickets were too few and far between, with too many loose deliveries easing the pressure. Their catching and ground fielding were also below par - areas they will need to quickly address ahead of the Super 8s.

1:31 PM IST Onto the next one - That wraps up an exciting game of cricket here. The action now shifts to India, where Afghanistan are taking on Canada in Chennai, with that contest already underway after Canada opted to bowl first. You can switch tabs to catch all the live coverage from that match. Cheers!

1:29 PM IST The victorious skipper of Zimbabwe - Sikandar Raza says things can get even better if his side wins the first game in the Super 8s. He admits that not many people gave them a chance, but expressed his happiness at the victory and the respect they earned from the crowd. Raza reveals that after losing the toss, he reminded his teammates that if they play good cricket, the toss wouldn’t matter. He also notes that the finger spinners were not getting much assistance from the pitch and urged the boys to put Sri Lanka under pressure, believing they were about 10 runs under par. He credits Brian Bennett and Tony Munyonga for getting the job done. Raza adds that the team adjusts the batting order according to the situation, with every player clear about their role. Looking ahead, he says the team will take it one game at a time, with practice sessions helping them prepare better. He hopes they can win two of their next three matches and concludes by saying that everyone loves an underdog story.

1:24 PM IST The captain of Sri Lanka - Dasun Shanaka says that they got off to a solid start and felt the total was defendable. Says Pathum and Pavan Rathnayake batted really well, and the plan was to strike early with the ball, but they just could not get those breakthroughs. Credits the opposition, but admits they could have done better, especially in the field. As captain, he took a few risks too. It is good to qualify, but every game matters, and they will look to come back stronger with a better mindset in the next round.

1:22 PM IST Clinical chase from the Chevrons - Zimbabwe got off to a steady start at 20/0 after three overs before the openers exploded for 35 in the last three overs of the Powerplay, stitching together a 69-run stand with Brian Bennett anchoring one end confidently. Ryan Burl then injected momentum with a brisk cameo, and another 69-run partnership between skipper Sikandar Raza and Bennett put Zimbabwe firmly in control of the chase. Bennett brought up a fine half-century, while Raza smartly picked his moments and managed the match-ups to perfection. Though he fell before the finish line and the game went into the final over, Tony Munyonga held his nerve, smashing a decisive six to all but seal a famous win.

1:22 PM IST Lanka fire, Zimbabwe respond - Earlier in the game, Sri Lanka posted a strong total on the board, courtesy of a fantastic half-century from Pathum Nissanka, a fiery 44 off 25 from Pavan Rathnayake, and finishing touches from Dunith Wellalage. For Zimbabwe, Graeme Cremer was the pick of the bowlers with two wickets, while Brad Evans and Blessing Muzarabani also claimed a brace each but were slightly expensive, and Ryan Burl chipped in with one.