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“Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka: Head-to-Head Clash Explained”

 

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Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka: Head-to-Head vs Clash Explained

 

Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka defines cricketing contrast and drama. In this blog, I break down the head-to-head record across Test, ODI, and T20 formats—covering history, trends, and recent matches analysis to provide insights that captivate fans and keep Google ranking high.

 

 

Format-by-Format Head-to-Head Overview

 

1. Test Matches

 

They have met 20 times in Tests. Sri Lanka dominates with 14 wins, and 6 draws, while Zimbabwe has yet to register a victory .

 

Zimbabwe has never beaten Sri Lanka in a Test match .

 

 

2. One-Day Internationals (ODIs)

 

In 66 matches, Sri Lanka won 51, Zimbabwe won 12, and 3 were no results .

 

The most recent series (August 2025) ended with Sri Lanka winning 2–0:

 

1st ODI: Sri Lanka clinched it with a hat-trick from Dilshan Madushanka .

 

2nd ODI: Pathum Nissanka’s masterclass (122) sealed the series .

 

 

 

3. T20 Internationals

 

Across 8 T20Is, Sri Lanka lead 6–2 .

 

Recent head-to-head: The series is tied 1–1 (after two matches):

 

1st T20: Sri Lanka chased down 177, winning by 4 wickets .

 

2nd T20: Zimbabwe stunned with a win by bowling SL out for 80, completing a 5-wicket chase .

 

 

 

 

Statistical vs Highlights

 

Format Total Matches Sri Lanka Wins Zimbabwe Wins Draws / No Results

 

Test 20 14 0 6 (draws)

ODI 66 51 12 3 (no result)

T20I 8 6 2 0

 

 

Recent form shows Sri Lanka’s dominance, but Zimbabwe’s resilience and ability to upset (particularly in the T20 format) adds intrigue to the rivalry.

 

 

Analysis vs Fan Appeal

 

Sri Lanka’s dominance in Tests and ODIs stems from consistent top-order batting and quality bowling — captained in recent ODIs by Charith Asalanka and featuring Pathum Nissanka as star performer .

 

Zimbabwe’s breakthroughs in T20Is highlight growth in their limited-overs capabilities—especially with bowlers like Sikandar Raza and Brad Evans delivering key performances .

 

Across formats, Sri Lanka remains the stronger side overall, but Zimbabwe’s fighting spirit offers fans unpredictable excitement. The recent T20http://T20 upset could spark a notable shift in the rivalry’s narrative.

 

FAQ

 

1. What is the overall head-to-head record between Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka?

 

In Tests, Sri Lanka leads 14-0 with 6 draws. In ODIs, Sri Lanka leads 51-12, with 3 no results. In T20Is, Sri Lanka leads 6-2.

 

 

 

2. When did Zimbabwe last beat Sri Lanka in T20Is?

 

In the second T20I of the 2025 series, Zimbabwe won by five wickets after bowling Sri Lanka out for just 80 .

 

 

 

3. Has Zimbabwe ever beaten Sri Lanka in Tests?

 

No, Zimbabwe has never beaten Sri Lanka in Test cricket .

 

 

 

4. Who were standout performers in recent series?

 

ODIs: Pathum Nissanka (SL) starred with a century and series Player of the Series . Dilshan Madushanka (SL) took a hat-trick in the first ODI .

 

T20Is: Sikandar Raza and Brad Evans delivered with ball for Zimbabwe; Pathum Nissanka scored clinically for SL .

 

 

 

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