SL vs ZIM 3rd T20I: Match Prediction - Who will win today’s match between SL vs ZIM?

With the series tied 1-1, both Sri Lanka (SL) and Zimbabwe (ZIM) will look to seal it as they take on each other in the third T20I of the series on Thursday, January 18 at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. Being 0-1 down in the series, Zimbabwe made an incredible comeback in the second game by registering a thrilling four-wicket win on the penultimate ball with Luke Jonwe (25* off 12) and Clive Madande (15* off 5) helping them get over the line.

On the other hand, Sri Lanka had good control of the game as they had Zimbabwe at 143/6 after 17.4 overs but failed to seize the moment in the death overs. The first two games of the series have been nothing short of entertaining with both matches going down to the wire. The upcoming fixture also promises to be a riveting clash.

SL vs ZIM Match Details

R Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report and Conditions

Out of the last five matches played at the venue, all five have been won by teams batting second. The average first innings score in the same time period has been 137 while the highest target chased is 215 by Bangladesh in March 2018. Captain winning the toss will look to bowl first keeping the recent record of the venue in mind.

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SL vs ZIM Head-to-Head Record in T20I:

SL vs ZIM Probable Playing XIs

Sri Lanka:

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Dilshan Madushanka

Zimbabwe:

Craig Ervine, Tinashe Kamunhukamwe, Brian Bennett , Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Clive Madande (wk), Luke Jongwe, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani

SL vs ZIM Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter: Sikandar Raza

The 37-year-old has been in sensational form of late as he played a magnificent innings of 62 (42) in the first game. The Zimbabwe skipper had a phenomenal year in 2023 as he scored 515 runs from 11 innings at an average of 51.50 and a strike rate of 150.14. With the series on the line, Raza will once again look to bring his A-game to the fore to help his side register a historic series win.

Probable Best Bowler: Maheesh Theekshana

The off-spinner is the joint leading wicket-taker of the series so far with four wickets to his name from two innings at an average of 10.25 and an economy of 5.12. Theekshana will look to continue his brilliant form and help his side seal the series.

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Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.