Sri Lanka Clinches ODI Series with Madushanka's Heroics

Sri Lanka emerged victorious in a thrilling first ODI against Zimbabwe, claiming an unassailable 1-0 lead in the two-match series. The game was decided in dramatic fashion by Dilshan Madushanka, who took a hat-trick in the final over to secure a seven-run win for his team.

Zimbabwe, chasing a target of 292, were well on course for victory thanks to a scintillating 92 from Sikandar Raza. His partnership with Tony Munyonga brought Zimbabwe close to the target, but Madushanka's late flourish turned the tide in Sri Lanka's favor.