India vs Zimbabwe 5th T20 Live telecast: Where to watch Ind vs Zim match live on TV and live-streaming

The fifth and final match of the India vs Zimbabwe T20 series will be held today at the Harare Sports Club. India has already secured the series with a 3-1 lead. In the fourth match, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal led India to a decisive 10-wicket victory with an impressive 93 runs off 53 balls, ensuring India an unassailable lead in the five-match series. Zimbabwe would be looking to salvage some pride. "We will want to finish the series 3-2," Zimbabwe's Pakistan-born captain Sikandar Raza said.

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Ind vs Zim match live - Where to watch

The final T20I between India and Zimbabwe will take place at the Harare Sports Club. Fans can watch the live broadcast on the Sony Sports Network and stream it live on SonyLIV.

Harare Pitch Report and Conditions

The pitch at Harare Sports Club has shown dual-paced characteristics, affecting the playing conditions. Following the 10-wicket loss, Zimbabwe's captain Sikandar Raza noted that the use of a roller during the mid-inning break improved the pitch conditions favorably for the Indian batsmen. Raza also mentioned that even a higher total of 180 might not have been sufficient against the formidable opening pair of Gill and Jaiswal.

India's Dominant Performance

Opting to bowl first after winning the toss, India, fielding a youthful team missing several regulars, restricted Zimbabwe to 152 for seven in 20 overs. The Indian bowlers, particularly seamer Khaleel Ahmed who took 2-32, played a crucial role in keeping the hosts' score in check. Zimbabwe's innings saw a promising start with openers Wessly Madhevere and Tadiwanashe Marumani putting up a 63-run partnership for the first wicket. However, Zimbabwe struggled to maintain momentum as wickets fell at regular intervals when they attempted to accelerate. BCCI Secretary Jay Shah lauded the Indian team for clinching the T20I series against Zimbabwe, highlighting the commendable performance of the young players.

Jaiswal and Gill's Masterclass

Chasing a modest target, Indian openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and captain Shubman Gill dominated the Zimbabwean bowlers. Jaiswal's blistering 93 not out and Gill's unbeaten 58 runs ensured that India reached the target comfortably in just 15.2 overs, with 28 balls to spare. This victory marks the second instance of India winning a T20 match by 10 wickets against Zimbabwe at the same venue, the first being in 2016.