Zimbabwe shock Sri Lanka to upset the T20 World Cup odds again
Zimbabwe chase down target of 179 to beat one of the favourites – and tournament co-hosts – Sri Lanka at T20 World Cup.

Zimbabwe chase down target of 179 to beat one of the favourites – and tournament co-hosts – Sri Lanka at T20 World Cup.

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