Chevrons levels T20 series with convincing win over Sri Lanka

Zimbabwe secured a five-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the second T20 at Harare Sports Club, leveling the two-match series. The win marked Zimbabwe's first triumph over a full member side this year.

Sri Lanka, fielding an inexperienced top order, collapsed to their second-lowest T20I total of just 80 runs in 17.4 overs. Sikandar Raza led Zimbabwe's bowling effort with three for 11, supported by Brad Evans (3/15), Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, and Sean Williams. Dushmantha Chameera was the only standout for Sri Lanka, taking three wickets for 19 runs.

Chasing 81, Zimbabwe reached the target in 14.2 overs, finishing on 84 for five. Tashinga Musekiwa top-scored with 21 from 14 balls, while Ryan Burl remained unbeaten on 20.

Raza, named Player of the Match, praised the team's resilience and performance, saying the win would boost confidence ahead of the next game. "We've been playing good cricket… anyone can have a bad day, but he [Blessing] came back today. We deserve to win a series because we've been playing quality cricket," he added.