Chasing a aggressive goal of 249 on a turning observe, Republic of India had been bowled out for a paltry 138 in 26.1 overs, handing Sri Lanka a complete 110-run victory and their first bilateral ODI sequence win over Republic of India since 1997.
Regardless of a brisk get started from Rohit Sharma, the Indian batters succumbed to the guile of the Sri Lankan spinners, with Wellalage and Maheesh Theekshana inflicting probably the most harm. Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, and debutant Riyan Parag all fell sufferer to the spin lure, as Republic of India’s batting lineup crumbled beneath power.
Previous, Sri Lanka posted a aggressive general of 248/7, due to a well-paced 96 from opener Avishka Fernando and a forged contribution from Kusal Mendis (59). Fernando’s innings laid the footing for Sri Lanka, as he shared an important partnerships with Pathum Nissanka (45) and Mendis.
AS IT HAPPENED: SL vs IND, 3rd ODI
Republic of India’s bowling aim was once led by means of debutant Riyan Parag, who picked up 3 wickets, date Kuldeep Yadav equipped reliable help. On the other hand, the Sri Lankan batters controlled to capitalize at the Indian bowlers’ inconsistencies, with Mohammed Siraj proving dear.
The sequence victory marked a vital fulfillment for Sri Lanka, as that they had now not received a bilateral ODI sequence in opposition to Republic of India since 1997. The end result additionally highlighted the demanding situations confronted by means of the Indian workforce on turning tracks, as stated by means of Maheesh Theekshana in his post-match feedback.
“We knew they are used to small grounds and good wickets in India. So they would struggle on a big Premadasa ground. We knew we could get an advantage with some turn on the wicket, and we have good spinners,” Theekshana mentioned then the win.
