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Sri Lanka narrowly defeated Zimbabwe in the first ODI despite a slow over-rate, resulting in a match fee penalty. Dilshan Madushanka's final-over hat-trick secured the seven-run victory after strong batting performances from both sides, including half-centuries from Pathum Nissanka, Janith Liyanage, and Kamindu Mendis for Sri Lanka. Sikandar Raza's impressive 92 wasn't enough to get Zimbabwe over the line.

Brendan Taylor, the veteran Zimbabwean batter, has achieved a remarkable milestone, now holding the record for the longest ODI career among batters debuting in the 21st century. His ODI career spans 21 years and 132 days, surpassing compatriot Sean Williams and legendary Javed Miandad. Taylor is behind Sachin Tendulkar and Sanath Jayasuriya.