SL vs ZIM Match Prediction : 5th Match, Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025
SL vs ZIM Win Probability
73%
Sri Lanka
27%
Zimbabwe
Sri Lanka To Win, 1.29
Sri Lanka has lost 3 of its last 6 matches against Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe has lost 5 of their 6 matches at this venue
Zimbabwe has been impressive in the Tri Series but we still think Sri Lanka is the superior team
SL vs ZIM Betting Tips
Kusal Mendis to score Under 22.5 runs
Kusal Mendisā form in his recent outings hasnāt been the best. He has failed to cross the 22-run mark in any of his last 4 innings. His average against Zimbabwe is less than 19. We reckon that his woes will continue.
Wanindu Hasaranga to pick up Over 1.5 wickets
Hasaranga has a good record against Zimbabwe and has picked up at least two wickets in 3 of his 4 appearances against them. As the pitch at Rawalpindi is helping the slower bowlers, we are backing Hasaranga to bowl a good spell.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
Sri Lanka
Zimbabwe
Sri Lanka will be looking to avenge its loss as it takes on Zimbabwe for the second time in the ongoing tri-series in Pakistan. The two teams will clash on Tuesday at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
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Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Head-to-Head Record
The two teams have faced each other in 10 matches to date. Sri Lanka won 7 while Zimbabwe won 3.
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Live-streaming and Broadcast
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SL vs ZIM Team Previews
Sri Lanka
With two losses in two games, Sri Lanka finds itself in a treacherous position. Another loss here could make it very difficult for them to make it to the finals.
A lot will depend on the opening pair. Pathum Nissanka, who is arguably the teamās best batsman, has struggled against the new ball and failed to give the team a strong start. He will likely be joined by Kamil Mishara in the opening slot.
Sri Lanka has an experienced middle order that is made up of Dasun Shanaka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, and Kamindu Mendis. However, none of them have been able to contribute in a meaningful manner. Janith Liyanage scored 40-odd runs on Saturday, albeit for a losing cause.
Sri Lankaās bowling has been rather inconsistent as well. The team has plenty of hopes on Wanindu Hasaranga. However, he went wicketless in the previous match. Nevertheless, he will continue to lead the spin attack alongside Vijayakanth Viyaskanth.
The pace department will be led by Dushmantha Chameera and Eshan Malinga, with Janith Liyanage playing a supporting role.
Sri Lanka Expected Playing 11
Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis (WK), Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Eshan Malinga, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Dasun Shanaka (C)
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Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe was outclassed by Pakistan on Sunday as they lost the match by 69 runs. However, Zimbabwe remains in contention to make it to the finals, and a win here will take them through.
Zimbabwe is unlikely to make any changes in its batting line-up. Brian Bennett has been in excellent form and will continue to open the batting alongside Tadiwanashe Marumani. The latter has struggled against the new ball, and the team will hope that he gets back to form soon.
Sikandar Raza, as expected, has been a vital cog in the Zimbabwe team. He has scored 104 runs and picked up 3 wickets so far. He will continue playing an important role in the middle order along with Ryan Burl. Zimbabwe will expect better from Brendan Taylor, Tony Munyonga, and Tashinga Musekiwa, all of whom are yet to play a big knock.
Coming to the bowling, Brad Evans is the leading wicket-taker for the team with 6 wickets and will continue to lead the pace attack along with Richard Ngrava and Tinotenda Maposa. Zimbabwe is likely to bring in Wellington Masakadza to bolster the spin department as he joins Raza.
Zimbabwe Expected Playing 11
Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Sikandar Raza (C), Brendan Taylor (WK), Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Ryan Burl, Brad Evans, Richard Ngrava, Wellington Masakadza, Tinotenda Maposa.
SL vs ZIM Toss Prediction
It has been an even split between teams batting first and those batting second in the four matches played so far. Nevertheless, we reckon that the team winning the toss will elect to chase.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The Rawalpindi Stadium has hosted 4 T20 games over the past week, and the surface seems to have dried up. There are plenty of spike marks, and the spinners can expect grip off the surface. The batsmen will have to take risks against the new ball, as playing against the slower bowlers will be difficult.
Anything over 170 will be tricky to chase.
SL vs ZIM: Who Will Win?
Sri Lanka has struggled in this tournament and will be desperate to turn things around. With a place in the finals on the line, we expect the team to come out all guns blazing and put up a strong performance. That said, Zimbabwe has defeated Sri Lanka once in this tournament, and they would like to believe that they can do so again.
Bet on Sri Lanka to win.
