After a surprising 13-run defeat in the first T20 match against Zimbabwe, the Indian cricket team retaliated with a dominant performance in the second match held in Harare this evening.
Gill Wins Toss, India Elects to Bat
Indian captain Shubman Gill won the toss and chose to bat first. The decision seemed questionable initially as Gill himself was dismissed for just 2 runs off 4 balls. However, this early setback did not deter the Indian batting lineup.
Abhishek Sharma’s Explosive Century
Opener Abhishek Sharma delivered a scintillating performance, scoring a remarkable 100 runs in just 47 balls. His innings included 7 fours and 8 sixes, providing India with a solid foundation.
Sharma was well-supported by Ruturaj Gaikwad, who contributed 77 runs off 47 balls, hitting 11 fours and 1 six.
Rinku Singh’s Quickfire Finish
Rinku Singh added a rapid 48 runs off 22 balls, helping India to post a formidable total of 234 runs for the loss of only 2 wickets. Zimbabwean bowler Tendai Chatara was the lone successful bowler, claiming the two Indian wickets.
Zimbabwe’s Struggles with the Bat
Zimbabwe’s chase began on a shaky note, and despite some resistance from Wessly Madhevere (43 runs) and Brian Bennett (26 runs), the team could not establish any lasting partnerships. Captain Sikandar Raza was dismissed for just 4 runs, reflecting the overall struggles of the Zimbabwean batting lineup.
Indian Bowlers Dominate
Indian bowlers Mukesh Kumar and Avesh Khan were the stars of the show, each taking 3 wickets and dismantling the Zimbabwean batting order. Ravi Bishnoi claimed 2 wickets, while Washington Sundar added another to his tally. Zimbabwe was bowled out for 134 runs in 18.4 overs.
Abhishek Sharma Named Man of the Match
Abhishek Sharma was awarded the Man of the Match for his outstanding batting performance, which played a crucial role in India’s comprehensive victory.
