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India vs Zimbabwe 4th T20I: Team India Eyes Series Win, Shubman Gill Aims for Maiden Captaincy TriumphTeam India stands on the cusp of clinching the five-match T20I series against Zimbabwe as they prepare for the fourth T20I encounter on Saturday, July 13. The young Indian squad, led by Shubman Gill, has bounced back from their opening game defeat to establish a 2-1 lead in the series.Abhishek Sharma, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and Washington Sundar have emerged as key performers for India, showcasing their talent and contributing to the team's success. Zimbabwe, on the other hand, will be determined to pull off another upset and level the series.The match will be played at the Harare Sports Club in Harare, Zimbabwe, and will commence at 4:30 PM IST. Fans can catch the live telecast on the Sony Sports Network, while the live streaming will be available on the SonyLiv app and website.Team India has a golden opportunity to secure the series victory and give Shubman Gill his first series win as captain. The young opener has shown maturity and leadership qualities throughout the series, and a series win would be a significant achievement for him.Zimbabwe, despite their underdog status, has proven to be a formidable opponent. They stunned India in the first T20I and will be eager to repeat that performance and force a decider in the fifth match.The upcoming encounter promises to be an exciting contest between two determined teams. India will be aiming to maintain their momentum and seal the series, while Zimbabwe will be looking to upset the odds and extend the series.

Indian spinner Ravi Bishnoi showcased his exceptional fielding skills during the third T20I encounter against Zimbabwe, leaving fans and experts in awe. In the third over of Zimbabwe's innings, Brian Bennett attempted a powerful shot towards backward point, but Bishnoi was perfectly positioned and leaped into the air to grab the ball with both hands, completing a sensational dismissal. The video of the dismissal has gone viral, highlighting Bishnoi's athleticism and quick reflexes.India's batting lineup also impressed, with Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Ruturaj Gaikwad contributing to a total of 182 for four against Zimbabwe. Gill led the charge with a stroke-filled 66 off 49 deliveries, while Jaiswal (36 off 27) and Gaikwad (49 off 28) provided valuable support.Zimbabwe's fielding was a major concern, as they conceded extra runs and dropped catches throughout India's innings. Pacer Blessing Muzarabani was the pick of the bowlers, claiming two wickets for 25 runs.Despite the fielding lapses, Zimbabwe skipper Sikandar Raza impressed with the ball, dismissing Jaiswal and Abhishek Sharma. However, Gaikwad's ability to rotate the strike and hit boundaries in the middle overs helped India maintain a healthy run rate.With the series already in India's favor, the fourth T20I will be played on Friday, July 12, in Harare. India will be looking to complete a clean sweep, while Zimbabwe will be determined to salvage some pride.

Abhishek Sharma, the young Indian opener, has made a remarkable impact in the ongoing T20I series against Zimbabwe. In the second T20I, Sharma smashed his maiden T20I century, becoming only the second Indian to achieve this feat in his second appearance for the team.After being dismissed for a duck in the series opener, Sharma showcased his true potential with a blistering knock of 100 runs off just 47 balls. He opened his account with a towering maximum over deep backward square leg and went on to hit seven fours and eight maximums.Sharma's explosive innings helped India level the series 1-1. However, former Zimbabwe batter Andy Flower has cautioned Sharma that his place in the team is not guaranteed, as Yashasvi Jaiswal is set to join the squad for the remaining matches."We have got Jaiswal still coming into the series, haven't we? So that sort of competition is exactly what the Indian selectors and all the Indian followers are looking for," Flower said.Despite the competition, Flower praised Sharma for making the most of his opportunity. "He should be confident at the moment coming off such a great IPL and then getting a hundred in his second international match. So what a great start," he added.Meanwhile, Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, and Shivam Dube will join the Indian team for the remaining three matches. The trio was part of India's T20 World Cup-winning contingent that recently celebrated their success with fans in India.The third T20I between India and Zimbabwe will be played at the Harare Sports Club on Wednesday. India will be looking to take the series lead, while Zimbabwe will aim to bounce back and secure a series victory.

India vs Zimbabwe 2nd T20I: Team India Aims to Bounce Back After Shock LossAfter a disappointing 13-run defeat in the first T20I against Zimbabwe, Team India, led by Shubman Gill, will be eager to make amends in the second match of the three-match series. The match will be played at the Harare Sports Club on Sunday, July 7, starting at 4:30 PM IST.With the first two T20Is being held on consecutive days, some changes to the Indian squad are expected. Harshit Rana and B Sai Sudharsan, who were included in the squad for only the first two matches, will be hoping to make their T20I debuts for India. Abhishek Sharma, Riyan Parag, and Dhruv Jurel, who failed to impress in the first T20I, will also be looking to make a mark in the second match.India will be keen to avoid a series defeat against Zimbabwe, who have been in impressive form in recent months. The hosts stunned India in the first T20I, thanks to a brilliant all-round performance from Sikandar Raza.India's batting lineup, which includes the likes of Gill, Ishan Kishan, and Sanju Samson, will need to step up and deliver in the second T20I. The bowlers, led by Bhuvneshwar Kumar, will also need to be more disciplined and consistent.Zimbabwe, on the other hand, will be confident after their victory in the first match. They will be looking to continue their momentum and secure a series win against a strong Indian team.The match will be telecast live on the Sony Sports Network and streamed live on the SonyLiv app and website.