Canada achieved victory against Zimbabwe ‘A’ by four wickets in a one-day international, led by Captain Nicholas Kirton’s 84 runs and Yuvraj Samra’s 80. Zimbabwe, batting first, scored 265 for nine with Captain Dion Myers contributing 102 runs. This win reflects Canada’s strong comeback after their previous loss.
In a thrilling one-day international match in Harare, Canada triumphed over Zimbabwe ‘A’ by four wickets. The success was spearheaded by Captain Nicholas Kirton, who contributed significantly with a score of 84 runs, while opener Yuvraj Samra supported with a solid 80 runs. This victory came after Zimbabwe ‘A’ had previously won the first ODI on Wednesday by a similar margin.
Zimbabwe ‘A’ won the toss and opted to bat first. Their innings faltered early with openers Matthew Welsh and Tanunurwa Makoni dismissed for just three and two runs, respectively. However, Captain Dion Myers stabilized the team with a commendable century, scoring 102 runs, and Tony Munyonga added valuable support with 91 runs. The host team managed to finish their innings at 265 runs for nine wickets in 50 overs, setting a competitive target.
This victory marks a significant achievement for Canada, showcasing their batting strength with key contributions from Kirton and Samra. Despite a shaky start to the game, the resilience shown to chase down the total reflects their potential in the sport. The match also highlights the importance of strong partnerships in cricket, as seen with Kirton and Samra’s effective stand that led Canada to victory.
Original Source: lethbridgenewsnow.com
