Thu Jan 02 14:31:07 UTC 2025: ## Sri Lanka Secures Consolation Victory, Perera Blasts Fastest T20I Century
**COLOMBO, SRI LANKA –** Sri Lanka ended their T20I series on a high note today, securing a consolation victory against New Zealand despite a near-miss chase by the Kiwis. Kusal Perera’s breathtaking innings, which included the fastest T20I century ever recorded for Sri Lanka, powered the home side to victory.
Elsewhere in the day’s matches, Strikers defeated Zimbabwe by 5 wickets with 17 balls to spare, and Rajshahi achieved a comfortable 7-wicket win with 11 balls remaining. While the specific opponents for Strikers and Rajshahi are not detailed, the matches highlight a busy day of T20 action.