- July 13, 2024
Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill Lead India to 10-Wicket Victory Over Zimbabwe in Fourth T20I

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill Lead India to 10-Wicket Victory Over Zimbabwe in Fourth T20I
In an exhilarating display of cricket, Yashasvi Jaiswal’s dynamic performance was brilliantly complemented by skipper Shubman Gill’s composed approach, as the young Indian team secured a dominant 10-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in the fourth T20 International, thus clinching an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series. This victory marks the second occasion India has defeated Zimbabwe by a 10-wicket margin at the same venue, following a similar triumph in 2016. Jaiswal, with his aggressive 93-run unbeaten knock, and Gill, with a steady 58 not out, showcased contrasting styles that worked in perfect harmony to chase down the target of 153 in just 15.2 overs on a pitch offering good bounce and carry. Jaiswal, who was sidelined during the T20 World Cup, displayed no signs of rustiness, executing shots all around the wicket. His stunning back-drive off Zimbabwe’s skipper Sikandar Raza and a stylish pick-up pull off Richard Ngarava for a six were highlights of his innings. The lack of pace in the Zimbabwean attack on a favorable wicket proved costly, as Jaiswal reached his half-century with nine boundaries while Gill was yet to reach 15. Zimbabwe’s bowlers had no answer to the onslaught, and the match’s later stages focused on whether Jaiswal could reach a century, though Gill’s fifty came first, leaving Jaiswal short of the milestone. Earlier, India’s part-time bowlers Shivam Dube and Abhishek Sharma excelled in the middle overs, restricting Zimbabwe to 152 for seven after being put into bat by Gill. Raza’s explosive 46 off 28 balls helped Zimbabwe reach a competitive total, but India’s fifth and sixth bowling options, Abhishek (1/20 in 3 overs) and Dube (1/11 in 2 overs), effectively contained the innings. They crucially dismissed the dangerous opening pair of Wesley Madhevere (25 off 24 balls) and Tadiwanashe Marumani (32 off 31 balls), stifling Zimbabwe’s momentum. Tushar Deshpande, making his debut, struggled initially but found redemption by claiming Raza’s wicket. Khaleel Ahmed (2/31), Ravi Bishnoi (0/22), and Washington Sundar (1/32) also contributed to India’s disciplined bowling effort. The chase was a showcase of Indian batting prowess, with Jaiswal and Gill effortlessly navigating the Zimbabwean bowlers. The scoreboard reflected Zimbabwe’s struggles, with Madhevere and Marumani providing the only significant resistance before Raza’s late fireworks. India’s bowling unit ensured a manageable target, with notable performances from Dube and Sharma. On the batting front, Jaiswal’s explosive stroke play and Gill’s calm demeanor sealed the victory. The comprehensive win underscores India’s dominance in the series, setting a high benchmark for their opponents.
Match Summary: India vs Zimbabwe, 4th T20I
Zimbabwe Innings: 152-7 (20 overs)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|————————–|——|——-|—-|—-|——–|
| Wesley Madhevere | 25 | 24 | 4 | 0 | 104.17 |
| Tadiwanashe Marumani | 32 | 31 | 3 | 0 | 103.23 |
| Brian Bennett | 9 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 64.29 |
| Sikandar Raza (c) | 46 | 28 | 2 | 3 | 164.29 |
| Johnathan Campbell | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Dion Myers | 12 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 92.31 |
| Clive Madande | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 140.00 |
| Faraz Akram (not out) | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 133.33 |
| Richard Ngarava | – | – | – | – | – |
| Blessing Muzarabani | – | – | – | – | – |
| Tendai Chatara | – | – | – | – | – |
India Bowling
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|————————-|——-|———|——|———|———|
| Khaleel Ahmed | 4 | 0 | 31 | 2 | 7.75 |
| Tushar Deshpande | 3 | 0 | 30 | 1 | 10.00 |
| Ravi Bishnoi | 4 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 5.50 |
| Washington Sundar | 4 | 0 | 32 | 1 | 8.00 |
| Abhishek Sharma | 3 | 0 | 20 | 1 | 6.67 |
| Shivam Dube | 2 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 5.50 |
India Innings: 156-0 (15.2 overs)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|———————|——|——-|—-|—-|——–|
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 93 | 53 | 13 | 2 | 175.47 |
| Shubman Gill (c) | 58 | 39 | 6 | 2 | 148.72 |
| Abhishek Sharma | – | – | – | – | – |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | – | – | – | – | – |
| Sanju Samson | – | – | – | – | – |
| Rinku Singh | – | – | – | – | – |
| Shivam Dube | – | – | – | – | – |
| Khaleel Ahmed | – | – | – | – | – |
| Tushar Deshpande | – | – | – | – | – |
| Washington Sundar | – | – | – | – | – |
| Ravi Bishnoi | – | – | – | – | – |
Zimbabwe Bowling
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|———————-|——-|———|——|———|———|
| Richard Ngarava | 3 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 9.00 |
| Blessing Muzarabani | 3.2 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 7.50 |
| Tendai Chatara | 2 | 0 | 23 | 0 | 11.50 |
| Faraz Akram | 4 | 0 | 41 | 0 | 10.25 |
| Sikandar Raza (c) | 2 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 12.00 |
| Brian Bennett | 1 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 16.00 |
Extras: 5 (b:0, lb:0, nb:0, w:5)
Total: 156-0 (15.2 overs) | Current Run Rate: 10.17
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