A confident run chase led by Brian Bennett and captain Sikandar Raza helped Zimbabwe secure a six-wicket victory over Sri Lanka, moving them to the top of Group B at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on Thursday. Chasing 179 at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Zimbabwe reached the target with four wickets in hand in the final over, capping a commanding performance just days before the Super Eights stage. Earlier, Sri Lanka posted 178 for seven after being sent in. Pathum Nissanka led the innings with a composed 62 off 47 balls, his seventh T20 World Cup fifty, drawing level with Mahela Jayawardene for the most by a Sri Lankan. He shared partnerships of 54 with Kusal Perera and 46 with Kusal Mendis.
Zimbabwe stun hosts Sri Lanka to top Group B
Published on: February 20, 2026 1:54 AM