Zimbabwe’s win is the second-largest successful margin by way of runs within the historical past of the ODIs. The largest margin of victory within the ODIs belongs to India once they thrashed Sri Lanka by 317 runs in Thiruvananthapuram earlier this 12 months.
In entrance of their dwelling crowd, Zimbabwe put collectively an distinctive batting show, amassing their highest ever one-day complete of 408-6 in 50 overs. Leading the cost was Sean Williams, who blazed his strategy to a outstanding 174 runs off simply 101 deliveries.
Zimbabwe’s bowlers then dismantled the USA’s batting lineup, dismissing them for a mere 104 runs. This complete victory secured Zimbabwe’s fourth consecutive win in Group A of the event.
Wicketkeeper Joylord Gumbie struck a gradual 78 on the high of the order however Williams performed the starring position as Zimbabwe stepped on the accelerator as soon as the stand-in captain arrived on the crease.
Williams hit 21 fours and 5 sixes earlier than he was caught within the deep within the penultimate over, with Sikandar Raza scoring 48 off 27 balls and Ryan Burl hammering 47 off simply 16 deliveries.
Only three USA batters reached double figures as Richard Ngarava and Raza each took two wickets whereas three run outs compounded a dismal efficiency from the Americans.
(With AFP Inputs)
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com