Sri Lanka Faces Spin Challenge: A Close Call Against Zimbabwe

Sri Lanka's batters encountered challenges from Zimbabwe spinners on a slow pitch but managed to post a competitive 178/7 in their T20 World Cup match. Openers Perera and Nissanka began well, but Zimbabwe's slow bowlers stifled progress through key phases. Late contributions pushed the score past 150, offering a fighting chance.

Sri Lanka's cricket team faced a stringent test against Zimbabwe's skilled spinners during their T20 World Cup Group B match. Although they struggled on a slow pitch, Sri Lanka's opening pair provided a promising start, managing a total of 178 for seven.

Kusal Perera and Pathum Nissanka came out strong, putting together a partnership of 54 runs. Perera managed to secure boundaries against Blessing Muzarabani but eventually fell to the same bowler, marking the start of a challenging innings against spin.

Zimbabwe's Sikandar Raza and his fellow spin bowlers curtailed scoring opportunities for Sri Lanka, particularly after the power play, but vital late assaults ensured Sri Lanka surpassed the 150-mark, setting the stage for an exciting contest.

(With inputs from agencies.)