Zimbabwe 7 wickets away from victory against Sri Lanka

July 17 (CRICKETNMORE) - Zimbabwe need seven wickets to achieve their maiden test victory over Sri Lanka on Monday after setting the hosts a target of 388 in their one-off match at the R. Premadasa Stadium.

Sri Lanka were 170-3 in their second innings at stumps on the fourth day, still needing another 218 to beat Zimbabwe. Kusal Mendis was unbeaten on 60 with Angelo Mathews on 17 not out. Zimbabwe captain Graeme Cremer picked up 2-67 in Sri Lanka's second innings to add to his five-wicket haul in the first innings.

Earlier, Sikandar Raza's first test century helped Zimbabwe to 377 in their second innings after the touring side had resumed the fourth day on 252-6.

Brief Score

Zimbabwe - 356/10 & 377/10

Sri Lanka - 346/10 & 170/3

Full Scorecard

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