The fans reacted as Sanju Samson helped India beat Zimbabwe in the 5th T20I and seal the series 4-1.

In the final T20I of India’s Zimbabwe 2024 tour, India won by 42 runs, winning the series 4-1. It was a match at Harare Sports Club, Zimbabwe chose to bowl first after winning the toss.

Sanju Samson shines with the bat

India’s innings got off to an explosive start from the get-go Yashasvi Jaiswalwho hit two consecutive sixes Sikandar Razaskip, making him the first player to score 12 runs off the first official delivery in a men’s T20I match. Despite a quick 12 runs off 5 balls, India managed to post 167/6 in 20 overs.

Sanju Samson he was the standout player, scoring a valuable 58 runs off 45 balls, supported Shivam DubeA quickfire 26 off 12 balls. Contributions from Shubman Gill (13), Abhishek Sharma (14), and Riyan Parag (22) confirmed a strong team effort. in Zimbabwe Blessing Muzarabani he was the pick of the bowlers, taking 2 wickets for 19 runs in his 4 overs, while Raza, Richard Ngaravaagain Brandon Mavuta each took a wicket.

Mukesh Kumar’s impressive bowling made India home

Chasing 168, Zimbabwe’s innings faltered from the start. They lost Wesley Madhevere because of the duck at first and struggle to form meaningful relationships. Tadiwanashe Marumani (27 off 24) and Dion Myers (34 out of 32) are the only notable participants of the higher order. Late departure from Faraz Akram, who scored 27 runs off 13 balls, was not enough to lead Zimbabwe to victory. The Indian bowlers were disciplined and effective, with Mukesh Kumar leading the attack with 4 wickets for 22 runs in 3.3 overs. Shivam Dube (2/25) and Abhishek (1/20) provided valuable support, while Washington Sundar (1/7) and Tushar Deshpande (1/25) also played a part in bowling out Zimbabwe for 125 runs in 18.3 overs.

Amazing performance by India in the series

With this win, India wrapped up the series on a high note, winning the last four matches in a row. Zimbabwe was leading by 13 runs in the first T20I, but India came back strongly, winning the second T20I by 100 runs, the third by 23 runs, the fourth by 10 wickets, and fifth by 42 runs. . The series showcased India’s depth of talent and their ability to perform under pressure, setting a good tone for their upcoming international engagements.

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Here’s how fans reacted:

Victory by 42 runs in the 5th & Final T20I 🙌

With that victory, #TeamIndia complete the series 4⃣-1⃣ in Zimbabwe 👏👏

Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/TZH0TNJcBQ#ZIMVIND pic.twitter.com/oJpasyhcTJ

— BCCI (@BCCI) July 14, 2024

– The best runner in the series.
– Won the series 4-1.

Well done to Shubman Gill. 👏 pic.twitter.com/P1TMQg1es1

— John. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 14, 2024

Mukesh aur powerplay mein wickets 👉 Permanent hai 🔥 pic.twitter.com/Hz3lM6tFm6

– Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) July 14, 2024

India won the T-20 series against Zimbabwe 4-1.#ZIMVIND#SanjuSamson pic.twitter.com/drg7lZv9Qg

— Dharmendra Kumar meena (@imDkmeenadausa) July 14, 2024

INDIA CONTINUED THE T20I SERIES WITH MIBMBWE 4-1.

– Dominant play by the young boys after 0-1. 🇮🇳#ZIMVIND#ShubhmanGill #SanjuSamson pic.twitter.com/MNKvwYb2Y0

– Mahendra Singh (@mahendrasinh280) July 14, 2024

India Defeat Zimbabwe By 42 Runs In 5th T20I 2024; Sanju Samson, Mukesh Kumar Help Men in Blue Clinch 4-1 Series Victory #INDvsZIM #India #SanjuSamson #MukeshKumar pic.twitter.com/7qy3Ykmhxc

— omprakash jaat ( dagur ) (@omjaat_o5) July 14, 2024

A comfortable win for Team India 🔥#ZIMVIND #cricket

Scorecard: #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/bKWcxjkMpr

– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) July 14, 2024

Zimbabwe started the series with a bang but it was soon disrupted as India won the series 4-1 #ZIMVIND

— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA) July 14, 2024

What a catch by chetta sanju samson 🤯🔥#SanjuSamson

— Anurag Pandey🇮🇳 (@AnuragP52225) July 14, 2024

India beat Zimbabwe 4-1 in this series#SanjuSamson #Riyanparag #Indvszim #YashasviJaiswal #SubhmanGill pic.twitter.com/dIhUY5AmsJ

– Deepu Prajapati (@TheskyDeepu) July 14, 2024

India won by 42 runs against Zimbabwe Mukesh Bimar wat a bowler 4-1 series win Sanju Samson rocking team

— Tripurari Chaudhary (@TipsChaudhary) July 14, 2024

INDIA won this series at 4/1…🎉🎉
Congratulations Captain #ShubmanGill
🏆🏆🇮🇳🇮🇳#INDvZIM#SanjuSamson#Gill#Dube#Rinku#ZIMVIND pic.twitter.com/ZyIlgTXCPP

— Mukesh Sankhla 🇮🇳 (@MukeshSankhla07) July 14, 2024

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