Shumba stars as Zimbabwe win series

Milton Shumba’s blistering 66 from 29 balls led Zimbabwe to a six-wicket win over Scotland as the tourists secured a 2-1 victory in their Twenty20 series yesterday.

Shumba hit two fours and six sixes in an explosive innings that helped Zimbabwe reach their target of 178 with five balls to spare in Edinburgh.

Scotland looked to be in control after ending a 60-run opening stand between Regis Chakabva and Craig Ervine.

They reduced Zimbabwe to 63 for three in the 10th over, but Wessley Madhevere, who made 43, and the 20-yearold Shumba added 99 in nine overs.

Scotland had scored 177-4 after winning the toss, with George Munsey blasting 54 off 30 deliveries.