Central Zone booked a spot in the Duleep Trophy 2025 final on a first-innings lead after a run-heavy draw with West Zone, while South Zone took firm control against North Zone in Bengaluru. South piled up 536 and closed at 95/1, with North’s SP Khajuria (53*) and A Badoni (40) offering resistance. Both semis ran from Sept 4–7 at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground under the four-day format.
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Duleep Trophy 2025: Who’s Heading to the Final?
Central Zone clinched a spot in the Duleep Trophy final thanks to a first‑innings lead against West Zone. The match ended in a run‑heavy draw, but Central’s early dominance sealed the win. South Zone, on the other hand, ran roughshod over North Zone in Bengaluru, posting a massive 536 runs before declaring at 95/1. North’s SP Khajuria (53*) and A Badoni (40) tried to fight back, but South’s batting lineup was just too strong. Both semifinals ran from September 4‑7 at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground, using the four‑day format.
If you’re wondering what this means for the final, expect Central Zone to bring the same steady performance, while South Zone will look to repeat its big scores. Keep an eye on the top order – they’ve been the difference‑makers all week.
Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I: A Surprise Turn
The second T20I at Harare Sports Club turned into a quick chase for Zimbabwe. Sri Lanka were bowled out for just 80 runs in 17.4 overs, thanks to three‑wicket hauls from Brad Evans and Sikandar Raza. Zimbabwe needed only 81 runs, and they got there in 14.2 overs, winning by five wickets. The pitch gave the fast bowlers early help, then helped the spinners later on, making the game exciting from start to finish.
This win levels the series at 1‑1 and sets up a tense decider. Sri Lanka’s head‑to‑head lead drops to 6‑2, so the final match could decide who walks away with the trophy. Fans are already buzzing about who will step up in the last game.
Both stories show how quickly things can change in sports. Whether it’s a multi‑day first‑class tournament like the Duleep Trophy or a fast‑paced T20I, the key is seizing the moment. That’s why we keep pulling the most relevant highlights for you.
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Sri Lanka were routed for 80 in 17.4 overs as Zimbabwe won the 2nd T20I by five wickets in Harare, leveling the series 1-1. Brad Evans and Sikandar Raza took three wickets each, and Zimbabwe chased 81 in 14.2 overs. The Harare pitch again offered early help for pace before bringing spinners into play. The result narrows Sri Lanka’s head-to-head lead to 6-2 and sets up a tense series decider.
