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Iyer Celebrates First T20I Victory as Captain After India Beats Zimbabwe
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🗓 25 Jul 2026, 09:04 AM
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Virat Iyer, newly appointed captain, led India to a 10‑over win over Zimbabwe in the first T20I of the series.
India secured a convincing 10‑over victory over Zimbabwe in the opening T20I of the series, with Virat Iyer steering the side as captain for the first time.
Iyer, who has been a key middle‑order batsman for India, celebrated his first win as skipper, expressing his delight at the team's performance and the support from the crowd.
The match saw India post a competitive total of 170/7, with contributions from several players, while Zimbabwe struggled to keep pace. In reply, Zimbabwe were bowled out for 160, falling short by 10 runs.
The win gives India a 1‑0 lead in the three‑match series, with the next game scheduled in the same venue next week.
Iyer, who has been a key middle‑order batsman for India, celebrated his first win as skipper, expressing his delight at the team's performance and the support from the crowd.
The match saw India post a competitive total of 170/7, with contributions from several players, while Zimbabwe struggled to keep pace. In reply, Zimbabwe were bowled out for 160, falling short by 10 runs.
The win gives India a 1‑0 lead in the three‑match series, with the next game scheduled in the same venue next week.