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[Watch] Sikandar Raza's Stunning 82* off 35 Balls Takes ZIM To Memorable Last-Over Win

image-lo705xxjSikandar Raza single-handedly steered Zimbabwe to a win (Twitter)

In a contest marked by high-octane cricketing action, it was Sikandar Raza's scintillating 82 not out from just 35 balls that stole the limelight and drove Zimbabwe to a series-levelling victory over Namibia in the second T20I of the five-match series on Wednesday.

ZIM vs NAM: Raza's blitzkrieg levels series for Zimbabwe in thrilling encounter

Facing a mammoth target of 199, set by Namibia's robust batting line-up featuring standouts like Michael van Lingen (67 off 37) and Niko Davin (60 off 44), Zimbabwe appeared to be up against the ropes. But Raza, with his fearless stroke play, crossed the boundary with 3 fours and unleashed a barrage of 9 magnificent sixes, shifting the balance of power in a heartbeat.

While Innocent Kaia and Wesley Madhevere added valuable support with scores of 37 and 23 respectively, the narrative of the day was undeniably penned by Raza's exceptional batting. Namibia's bowlers, despite spirited efforts from stalwarts like Gerhard Erasmus and Jan Frylinck, were left searching for answers in the face of Raza's onslaught.




Though Zimbabwe's bowlers faced challenges, with Tendai Chatara being the pick of the lot with a solitary wicket for 31 runs, it was their batting, particularly Raza's heroics, that lit up the Wanderers and helped Zimbabwe level the series.

As the series stands evenly poised at 1-1, the stage is set for a high-voltage third T20I. Fans can anticipate another electrifying encounter at the Wanderers Cricket Ground in Windhoek on Friday, October 27.