India vs. Sri Lanka: In a thrilling start to the three-match T20 series, India secured a commanding victory over Sri Lanka, defeating them by 43 runs. Chasing a formidable target of 214 runs set by Team India, Sri Lanka fell short, managing only 170 runs in 19.2 overs.
Sri Lanka began their chase with a strong opening partnership between Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis, who added 84 runs in 8.4 overs. Nissanka continued his explosive form, contributing a formidable 79 runs off 48 balls, which included 7 fours and 4 sixes. He was well-supported by Kusal Perera, with whom he shared a 56-run partnership for the second wicket. However, once Nissanka was bowled by Axar Patel, the Sri Lankan batting lineup crumbled, losing wickets at regular intervals.
For India, Riyan Parag shone with the ball, claiming 3 crucial wickets. Arshdeep Singh and Axar Patel chipped in with 2 wickets each, while Mohammed Siraj and Ravi Bishnoi took 1 wicket apiece, ensuring Sri Lanka’s innings concluded at 170 runs.
Earlier, after losing the toss, India was put in to bat and posted an impressive total of 213 runs for the loss of 7 wickets. Captain Suryakumar Yadav led the charge with a quickfire 58 runs off 26 balls, laced with 8 fours and 2 sixes. Rishabh Pant contributed a valuable 49 off 33 balls, while Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill added identical scores of 40 runs each off 21 balls. Despite Matheesha Pathirana’s commendable performance with the ball, taking 4 wickets for Sri Lanka, the Indian batting lineup managed to set an imposing target.
With this win, India takes a 1-0 lead in the series, setting the stage for an exciting contest in the remaining matches.
Score Summary:
-India: 213/7 (20 overs)
– Suryakumar Yadav: 58 (26)
– Rishabh Pant: 49 (33)
– Yashasvi Jaiswal: 40 (21)
– Shubman Gill: 40 (21)
– Matheesha Pathirana: 4 wickets
Sri Lanka: 170 all out (19.2 overs)
– Pathum Nissanka: 79 (48)
– Kusal Mendis: 45 (27)
– Riyan Parag: 3 wickets
– Arshdeep Singh: 2 wickets
– Axar Patel: 2 wickets
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