# India vs Zimbabwe 5th T20I : India Dominates Zimbabwe in T20I Series – India Clinch Series 4-1 with 42 Run Victory in 5th T20I

URL: https://technosports.co.in/india-vs-zimbabwe-5th-t20i-india-dominates-zimb/  
Published: 2024-07-15  
Updated: 2024-07-15  
Author: REMYA BABU S

India vs Zimbabwe 5th T20I : India wrapped up their tour of Zimbabwe with a resounding 42 run victory in the fifth T20I, clinching the series 4-1. The final match, held in Harare, was a showcase of India’s depth in both batting and bowling, with standout performances from [Sanju Samson](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sanju_Samson)and Mukesh Kumar.

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## ***Let’s have a look into more details:******India vs Zimbabwe 5th T20I***

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## **Match Highlights**

- Sanju Samson scored a pivotal 58 off 45 balls, stabilizing India after a shaky start. His innings included four sixes, setting a solid foundation for India’s total of 167/6.
- Shivam Dube (26 off 12) and Rinku Singh (11 off 9) provided crucial runs in the death overs, ensuring India posted a competitive score.
- Mukesh Kumar was the star with the ball, taking 4/22. His spell included key wickets and controlled the flow of runs, dismantling Zimbabwe’s batting lineup.

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## **Zimbabwe’s Struggle in the Chase**

Zimbabwe started well, with openers Wesley Madhevere and Tadiwanashe Marumani giving a solid start. However, they could not maintain the momentum, and India’s disciplined bowling led to a steady fall of wickets.

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- Zimbabwe looked promising during the powerplay, reaching a decent score without losing too many wickets.
- The middle overs saw Zimbabwe’s run rate plummet. The pressure from Indian bowlers, especially in the middle overs, caused a collapse.
- Mukesh Kumar’s double strike in the 19th over sealed the match, bowling Zimbabwe out for 125 in 18.3 overs.

## **Series Summary**

The five match T20I series between India and Zimbabwe was largely one sided, with India dominating both with the bat and the ball.

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- **Consistent Top Order Performances**: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, and Sanju Samson were consistent with the bat, providing India with strong starts in most matches.
- **All Round Bowling Display**: The Indian bowlers were relentless. Mukesh Kumar, Washington Sundar, and Shivam Dube played crucial roles in restricting Zimbabwe to modest totals.
- **Fielding Excellence**: India’s fielding was top notch, with several game-changing catches and run-outs that kept Zimbabwe under constant pressure.
- **Zimbabwe’s Fightback**: Despite the series loss, Zimbabwe showed resilience, particularly in the third T20I, where their fielding and bowling were impressive. Sikandar Raza and Ryan Burl were notable performers.  

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With this comprehensive series win, India has set a strong precedent for their upcoming international fixtures. Zimbabwe, on the other hand, will look to build on the positives from this series and work on their weaknesses.

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## **FAQ**

### Who won the India vs Zimbabwe **5th** T20I match ?

*India won by 42 runs*