Taylor, Ervine rescue Zimbabwe in 99-run win

BRENDAN Taylor and Craig Ervine combined for a crucial 150-run fourth-wicket partnership to rescue Zimbabwe from a disastrous start and inspire a convincing 99-run victory over Bangladesh in the opening match of the UAE ODI Tri-Series in Abu Dhabi yesterday.

After slumping to 24 for three, Zimbabwe recovered to post 271 for eight in their 50 overs before bowling out Bangladesh for 172 in 33.4 overs to get their campaign off to a winning start.

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