Harare, July 25:India wrapped up the three-match T20I series with one game to spare after defeating Zimbabwe by 90 runs in the second T20I at Harare Sports Club. A commanding batting display followed by disciplined bowling helped the visitors take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series.
India Post 219/5
After being asked to bat, India made an aggressive start before Ishan Kishan anchored the innings with a fluent 81 from 44 balls. Tilak Varma then accelerated in the closing overs, finishing unbeaten on 60 off 29 deliveries as India piled up 219 for 5 in 20 overs. Shreyas Iyer added 25, while Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's quick 20 provided early momentum.
Zimbabwe Struggle in Chase
Zimbabwe never managed to build a sustained partnership during the chase. Brian Bennett top-scored with 32, while Tadiwanashe Marumani contributed 24, but regular wickets kept the hosts under pressure throughout the innings. They were eventually dismissed for 129 in 17.5 overs.
Bowlers Finish the Job
India's bowlers backed up the batting effort with an impressive all-round performance. Abhishek Sharma produced career-best T20I figures of 3 for 17, while Yash Thakur claimed two wickets to ensure Zimbabwe never threatened the target. The visitors maintained pressure from the powerplay and completed a convincing victory.
Match Summary
India: 219/5 (20 overs)
Tilak Varma – 60* (29)
Shreyas Iyer – 25 (20)
Zimbabwe: 129 all out (17.5 overs)
Brian Bennett – 32 (19)
Tadiwanashe Marumani – 24 (19)
Best Bowling (India):
Abhishek Sharma – 3/17
Yash Thakur – 2/30
Result: India won by 90 runs.
What Next?
With the series already secured, India will aim for a clean sweep when the two sides meet in the third and final T20I. Zimbabwe, meanwhile, will look to finish the series on a positive note with an improved all-round performance.
