Sikandar Raza did it all only to end on the losing side as Angelo Mathews and Sri Lanka came back strongly to complete a good win. Zimbabwe though will feel a little confident with their performance in the first game and could go further if they find someone who can support Sikandar Raza.

SL vs ZIM Match Details

Date: January 11th, 2024

Time:  2:00 PM IST

Venue: R Premdasa Stadium, Colombo

SL vs ZIM Weather Report

Rain remains a factor at this time of the year in Sri Lanka.

SL vs ZIM Pitch Report

Batting first could be a better option with Colombo likely to take turn as the innings progresses.

SL vs ZIM Head-to-Head

SL vs ZIM Predicted Playing XI

SL Playing XI

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Angelo Mathews, Wanindu Hasarnga, Dasun Shanaka, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thusara

ZIM Playing XI

Tinashe Kamunhukamwe, Craig Ervine, Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl, Brian Bennett, Luke Jongwe, Clive Madande, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava

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SL vs ZIM Key Players

Angelo Mathews

Angelo Mathews has made a successful comeback to T20 Cricket. He did well in the first game contributing with both bat and ball and could prove to be a valuable member for the upcoming World Cup.

Sikandar Raza

Sikandar Raza, Zimbabwe’s 3-Dimensional star is still kicking well. He just went through the dissapointment of missing out on the T20 World Cup and will want to put things to rest with a good series in Sri Lanka.

SL vs ZIM Match Tips

Sri Lanka come in favorites at home.

Match Prediction: Sri Lanka Will Win