Highlights | India vs Zimbabwe, 1st T20I Updates: IND Beat ZIM By 7 Wickets

IND vs ZIM AS IT HAPPENED, 1st T20I Match Updates: India kicked off their three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe with a commanding seven-wicket win at the Harare Sports Club on Thursday, taking a 1-0 lead in the series.

IND vs ZIM AS IT HAPPENED, 1st T20I Match Updates: India kicked off their three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe with a commanding seven-wicket win at the Harare Sports Club on Thursday, taking a 1-0 lead in the series.

After winning the toss, captain Shreyas Iyer opted to field first, and India’s bowlers justified the decision by restricting Zimbabwe to 125/7 in 20 overs. Wessly Madhevere top-scored for the hosts with 39 off 34 balls, while India’s disciplined bowling attack prevented Zimbabwe from building any significant partnerships.

Chasing 126, India came out all guns blazing, led by teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The 15-year-old produced a breathtaking knock, smashing his maiden T20I half-century and reaching the landmark in just 19 balls. His aggressive batting put Zimbabwe on the back foot from the outset and effectively sealed the contest inside the powerplay.

Ishan Kishan chipped in with a useful 35, while skipper Shreyas Iyer remained unbeaten to guide the visitors home comfortably. India reached the target in just 13.2 overs, finishing on 126/3 with 40 balls to spare.

The victory was particularly significant for Iyer, who registered his first win as India’s T20I captain after enduring a seven-match winless streak. Meanwhile, Sooryavanshi’s stunning innings earned him the spotlight as India made a dominant start to their Zimbabwe tour.