All you need to know about Sri Lanka facing Zimbabwe in the 3rd match of the ongoing bilateral series.
The upcoming clash in Colombo marks the third ODI in the three-match series between Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka. The initial game ended without results due to rain, and in the subsequent encounter, the hosts secured a 1-0 lead. The most recent match was a low-scoring affair, where Sri Lanka successfully chased a target of 209 with two wickets to spare.
In the second ODI, after opting to bat, Zimbabwe had a challenging start at 1/1. However, the partnership between Craig Ervine and Joylord Gumbie (30) helped them cross the 60-run mark. Despite momentary control by Ryan Burl and Milton Shumba, Ervine's notable 82 kept Zimbabwe in the game, but they eventually perished for a total of 208.
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Sri Lanka, while chasing faced difficulties during their innings, slumping to 112/6. Nevertheless, Liyanage's resilient 95 solidified their position, and support from Jeffrey Vandersay and Dushmantha Chameera ultimately secured the victory.
In terms of their head-to-head record, the two teams have crossed paths 63 times in ODI cricket, with the host side securing 48 wins compared to Zimbabwe's 12.
Ahead of the 3rd ODI between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe, here are the live streaming, timing and telecast details:
When will the Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe 3rd ODI cricket match take place?
Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe's 3rd ODI cricket match will occur on Thursday, January 11.
What time will the Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe 3rd ODI cricket match begin?
Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe's 3rd ODI cricket match will kickstart at 2:30 PM IST.
Where will the Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe 3rd ODI cricket match take place?
The Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe 3rd ODI cricket match will occur at R Premadasa Stadium.
How to watch Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe's 3rd ODI cricket match live in India?
Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe's 3rd ODI cricket match will be broadcast LIVE on the Sony Sports network in India.
How to live stream the Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe 3rd ODI cricket match in India?
Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe's 3rd ODI cricket match can be live-streamed on SonyLiv and the FanCode app and website.
Squads:
Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis (c/wk), Charith Asalanka (vc), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Sadeera Samarawickrama (wk), Sahan Arachchige, Nuwanidu Fernando, Dasun Shanaka, Janith Liyanage, Maheesh Theekshana, Dilshan Madushanka, Dushmantha Chameera, Dunith Wellalage, Pramod Madushan, Jeffrey Vandersay, Akila Dananjaya, Wanindu Hasaranga (subject to fitness)
Zimbabwe: Craig Ervine (c), Faraz Akram, Ryan Burl, Joylord Gumbie (wk), Luke Jongwe, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Tinashe Kamunhukamwe, Clive Madande (wk), Wellington Masakadza, Tapiwa Mufudza, Tony Munyonga, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Sikandar Raza, Shumba Milton.
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