Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Live Score – ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Match 38

Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
Date: Thursday, 19 February 2026
Match: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 – Match 38
Result: Zimbabwe beat Sri Lanka by 6 wickets
Match Summary
Sri Lanka posted a competitive total of 178/7 in 20 overs.
In response, Zimbabwe produced a stunning chase and finished at
182/4 in 19.3 overs, winning the match by 6 wickets with 3 balls remaining.
Brian Bennett and Sikandar Raza played match-winning knocks to seal a memorable victory.
Sri Lanka Innings – 178/7 (20 Overs)
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathum Nissanka | 62 | 41 | 8 | 0 | 151.21 |
| Kusal Perera | 22 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 157.14 |
| Pavan Rathnayake | 44 | 25 | 3 | 2 | 176.00 |
| Dunith Wellalage* | 15 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 187.50 |
Extras: 8
Total: 178/7 (20 Overs)
Run Rate: 8.90
Zimbabwe Chase – 182/4 (19.3 Overs)
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Bennett* | 63 | 48 | 8 | 0 | 131.25 |
| Tadiwanashe Marumani | 34 | 26 | 5 | 1 | 130.76 |
| Ryan Burl | 23 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 191.66 |
| Sikandar Raza | 45 | 26 | 2 | 4 | 173.07 |
| Tony Munyonga* | 8 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 266.66 |
Total: 182/4 (19.3 Overs)
Run Rate: 9.33
Key Highlights
- Pathum Nissanka scored 62 for Sri Lanka.
- Brian Bennett anchored the chase with 63.
- Sikandar Raza smashed 45 off 26 balls.
- Zimbabwe chased 178 with 3 balls remaining.
- Major upset in T20 World Cup 2026.
FAQs – Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe
1. Who won SL vs ZIM Match 38?
Zimbabwe defeated Sri Lanka by 6 wickets.
2. What was Sri Lanka’s total?
Sri Lanka scored 178/7 in 20 overs.
3. What was Zimbabwe’s final score?
Zimbabwe finished at 182/4 in 19.3 overs.
4. Who was the top scorer for Zimbabwe?
Brian Bennett scored 63 runs.
5. Where was the match played?
The match was played at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.
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