NEW DELHI: Zimbabwe secured a consolation win by two wickets in the final match of the three-match T20I series between Zimbabwe and Pakistan at Queens Sports Club on Thursday. This victory came after heavy defeats in the first two matches.
Pakistan, having won the toss and opting to bat first, posted a total of 132-7 in their allotted 20 overs.
They fielded a significantly different line-up for this final, having secured comprehensive victories of 57 runs and 10 wickets in the previous two T20 Internationals.
Zimbabwe's comeback was started by the opener Brian Bennettwho top scored with 43 runs off 35 deliveries. Despite his efforts, the hosts had to score 12 runs in the final to secure victory.
In an exciting final for the home fans Tinotenda Maposa hit a four and a six in the first two balls of the last over to set up Zimbabwe's triumph. They eventually reached 133-8 with one ball to spare, courtesy of Richard Ngaravais the winning run.
While Pakistan dominated the series and won the first two games convincingly, Zimbabwe managed to retain some pride and end the series on a high note thanks to their resilience in the final game.
The game showed the unpredictability of T20 cricket, where fortunes can change quickly, and the importance of maintaining composure in pressure situations.
Zimbabwe's ability to chase the goal in the final demonstrated its never-say attitude and gave its fans a thrilling conclusion to the series.
