Not batting or bowling, Sikandar Raza cites this reason behind India's big win over Zimbabwe in 4th T20I, says '...that did the trick for them'

India registered the series-clinching 10-wickets win over Zimbabwe in the fourth T20I in Harare on July 13. With a match to spare, India sealed the series 3-1.

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Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza in this frame. (X)

Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza in this frame. (X)

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India hammered Zimbabwe by 10 wickets in the fourth T20I.

With this India clinched the series 3-1.

India secured a dominant 10-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in the fourth T20I in Harare in the fourth T20I, clinching the series 3-1. Youngster Yashasvi Jaiswal was the star of the show, delivering a blistering innings of 93 runs off just 53 balls. The left-handed opener, fresh from India's T20 World Cup triumph, showcased his exceptional talent and aggressive batting style. Captain Shubman Gill provided steady support with an unbeaten 58, ensuring India chased down the target of 153 without losing a wicket. Gill's consistent performances throughout the series have been crucial for India's success.


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Sikandar Raza rued Zimbabwe's defeat

Meanwhile, captain Sikandar Raza rued Zimbabwe's defeat against India. He also said that the heavy roller in the innings break did the trick for Shubman Gill's brigade as it made the batting easy for them.

 

“I think the wicket was a bit damp and we thought 160 was par. But with the way they batted even 180 would have not been enough. We keep growing and learning from each game. I think 8-10 runs more in the last 5 overs. There was a bit of kick and bounce, so we had to rein ourselves in at the start of the innings. The heavy roller in the innings break did the trick for them, it became a beautiful wicket and they could play on the up. There is a game tomorrow and even if we lose 3-2 then we can keep our head high,” Sikandar Raza said in the post-match presentation.

 

Talking about Zimbabwe's about, it was led by Tadiwanashe Marumani (32 off 31) and Wesley Madhevere (25 off 24)at the top, with Sikandar Raza (46 off 28) providing a late flourish. However, the middle order failed to contribute significantly, and the Zimbabwe got restricted to 152/7.

India's bowling attack was shared among the bowlers. Khaleel Ahmed picked up two wickets, while Washington Sundar, Abhishek Sharma, Shivam Dube, and debutant Tushar Deshpande claimed one wicket each.

 

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