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IND vs SL 1st ODI full match highlights
Cricket fans, gear up for an excisecond-eversummary! On 2nd August 2024, India faced Sri Lanka in the 1st ODI of the India vs Sri Lanka series. This match result was a second-ever tie between India and Sri Lanka after 201are The match was held at the iconic R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Let us look into the highlights of this thrilling encounter. Here are the INDIA vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI full match highlights and key takeaways for you!
Toss and early innings
Sri Lanka won the toss and chose to bat first. The pitch looked good for batting, and the Lankan openers walked in with confidence. However, Indian bowlers had different plans. Mohammed Siraj struck early, sending back Avishka Fernando for just 1 run. The early wicket set the tone for India’s bowling attack.
Sri Lanka’s batting performance
Despite the early blow, Sri Lanka’s middle order showed resilience. Pathum Nissanka played a crucial innings, scoring a well-crafted 56 runs off 75 balls. His partnership with Kusal Mendis, who contributed 14 runs, stabilized the innings. However, the Indian bowlers kept the pressure on. Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel were exceptional, picking up 2 wickets each.
Sri Lanka managed to post a total of 230 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in their 50 overs. Dunith Wellalage’s maiden ODI fifty was the highlight of their innings. It was a competitive score, but not out of reach for the strong Indian batting lineup.
India’s chase begins
Chasing 231, India’s openers Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill started cautiously. The Sri Lankan bowlers bowled tight lines, making it difficult for the Indian batsmen to score freely. Rohit Sharma fell after scoring a solid 58(47) runs. Shubman Gill 16(35), however, was dismissed early for just 16 runs.
Middle order’s contribution
Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer took charge after Gill’s dismissal. Kohli, in his typical style, rotated the strike well and played some exquisite shots. He scored a valuable 24 runs. Shreyas Iyer, too, was in good form, contributing 23 runs. Their partnership was crucial in India’s chase, but wickets kept falling at regular intervals.
A tense finish
As the match approached its climax, India needed 30 runs off the last 5 overs. Sri Lankan bowlers Akila Dananjaya and Wanindu Hasaranga bowled brilliantly, making it a tense finish. With only 1 run needed at the stage of 47.4 over, Shivam Dubey got LBW out followed by Arshdeep Singh on two consecutive deliveries from Sri Lanka captain Asalanka was unable to finish the job, and India was all out for 230 in 47.5 overs, resulting in a tie.
Key performances in IND vs SL 1st ODI full match highlights
- Pathum Nissanka (SL): 56 runs off 75 balls
- Dunith Wellalage (SL): 67 runs not out of 65 balls
- Kuldeep Yadav (IND): 2 wickets for 33 runs
- Rohit Sharma (IND): 58 runs off 47 balls
- Wanindu Hasaranga (SL): 3 wickets for 58 runs
Match Summary
The 1st ODI between India and Sri Lanka on 2nd August 2024 was a nail-biting encounter. Both teams played with great spirit, and the match ended in a thrilling tie. Sri Lanka’s total of 230 was matched by India’s 230, making it an unforgettable game for cricket fans.
Match Scorecard of Ind vs SL 1st ODI 2nd august 2024
Sri Lanka Innings: 230-8 (50 Overs)
- Pathum Nissanka: 56 runs off 75 balls
- Dunith Wellalage: 67 runs not out of 65 balls
- Kuldeep Yadav: 2 wickets for 33 runs
India Innings: 230-10 (47.5 Overs)
- Rohit Sharma: 58 runs off 47 balls
- Virat Kohli: 24 runs off 32 balls
- Wanindu Hasaranga: 3 wickets for 58 runs
The key takeaway from IND vs SL 1st ODI full match highlights
The 1st ODI between India and Sri Lanka was a closely contested match, ending in a tie. Both teams showed exceptional skill and determination. The series is off to a thrilling start, and fans can expect more exciting cricket in the upcoming 2nd ODI match on 4th August 2024.
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