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The Chevrons Conquer Colombo: Zimbabwe Stun Sri Lanka to Top Group B
February 20, 2026
In a tournament already defined by its unpredictability, the Zimbabwe national cricket team—affectionately known as the "Chevrons"—have just penned their most audacious chapter yet. On Thursday night at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Zimbabwe didn’t just beat Sri Lanka; they outplayed the co-hosts in their own backyard, securing a 6-wicket victory and marching into the Super Eights with a perfect, unbeaten group-stage record.
Coming off a massive upset against Australia earlier in the week, many wondered if Zimbabwe had another "giant-killing" performance in them. The answer was a resounding yes.
The First Innings: Spinners Put on a Squeeze
After losing the toss and being asked to bowl, Zimbabwe faced a daunting start. Sri Lankan openers Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Perera looked dangerous, racing to 54 runs in the first five overs. However, the introduction of Zimbabwe’s spin quartet changed the complexion of the game.
Sikandar Raza, Graeme Cremer, Ryan Burl, and Wellington Masakadza combined to choke the middle-overs scoring. Between the 6th and 10th overs, Sri Lanka managed only 21 runs. While Nissanka fought his way to a brilliant 62 off 41 balls and Pavan Rathnayake provided a late-inning flourish (44 off 25), Zimbabwe’s disciplined bowling kept the target to a competitive but manageable 178/7.
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