Sri Lanka National Cricket Team vs Zimbabwe National Cricket Team Standings: A Thrilling Encounter

What Happened

In a gripping match at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, the Zimbabwe national cricket team defeated the Sri Lanka national cricket team by six wickets in their final Group B match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Sri Lanka opted to bat first, scoring 178 runs for the loss of 7 wickets, with Pathum Nissanka leading the charge with a score of 62 runs off 41 balls. However, Zimbabwe successfully chased down the target, finishing at 182 runs for 4 wickets in just 19.3 overs.

Why It Matters

This victory is significant for Zimbabwe as it marks their highest successful run-chase in T20 World Cup history and secures their position at the top of Group B, remaining undefeated throughout the group stage. The win follows their earlier triumph over Australia, showcasing their strong performance in the tournament. Sikandar Raza, who played a crucial role in the match, was named Player of the Match for his impactful innings of 45 runs off 26 balls.

What’s Next

With this result, both teams have qualified for the Super 8 stage of the tournament, which begins over the weekend. Zimbabwe’s impressive form will be a point of interest as they prepare to face tougher competition in the knockout rounds. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka will need to regroup and address their batting inconsistencies as they advance in the tournament.