In addition to these high-profile coaching appointments, Sri Lanka Cricket is also focusing on enhancing the skill set of local coaches, trainers, and physiotherapists.
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Zimbabwe, after choosing to bat first, faced a daunting challenge from the Sri Lankan bowlers and were all out for just 82 runs with Wanindu Hasaranga spinning a web and bagging four wickets.
SL vs ZIM 2nd T20I: Luke Jongwe was adjudged 'Player of the match' for his unbeaten 12-ball 25 cameo and for dismissing Kusal Mendis, and Charith Asalanka.
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Despite these challenges and a prolonged absence from the T20 format, Angelo Mathews maintained a positive attitude and did not let his enthusiasm for the game wane.
SL vs ZIM 1st T20I: Angelo Mathews made a perfect return to the T20I side as his gutsy 46-run knock in the run chase helped Sri Lanka win by three wickets in last-ball thriller.
SL vs ZIM 3rd ODI: Wanindu Hasaranga spun a web around Zimbabwe batters in the final ODI of the series to register his career best bowling figures.
SL vs ZIM 2nd ODI: Richard Ngarava's record-breaking five-wicket haul went in vain in Colombo as tailenders held their nerve to get the hosts over the line.
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