Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka prepare for a series that could potentially change the course of their cricket careers when they face off at Khettarama (R. Premadasa Stadium). These teams desperately need to turn things around after recent setbacks in important competitions.
Sri Lanka had a miserable World Cup campaign, finishing ninth and missing out on a spot in the 2025 Champions Trophy. There is increasing expectation that recently appointed T20I captain Wanindu Hasaranga and ODI captain Kusal Mendis will lead their team to a spectacular return.
In the meantime, Zimbabwe struggles with its own disappointments, having failed to qualify for the next T20 World Cup and missing out on the ODI World Cup despite hosting the qualifying event. Zimbabwe has won five of the 11 ODIs since 2017, including a series win. Their most recent matches against Sri Lanka have demonstrated the narrowing gap between the two teams. Notably, Sri Lankan territory hosted the majority of these games.
Both teams view this series as critical, providing a chance to restore their reputations. As Zimbabwe’s historical advantage over Sri Lanka begins to decline, a fierce struggle is about to erupt, rekindling a rivalry that has gotten more fierce over time.
ZIM vs. SL 2024 ODI Series Schedule
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Date |
Match |
Timings (IST) |
Venue |
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| January 6 | 1st ODI | 2:30 PM | Colombo | ||||
| January 8 | 2nd ODI | 2:30 PM | Colombo | ||||
| January 11 | 3rd ODI | 2:30 PM | Colombo |
Where to watch the ZIM ODI series versus SL
| Series | Sri Lanka Vs Zimbabwe, 2024 |
| Network | Sony Sports Ten 5 and Sony Sports Ten 5 HD |
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