Sri Lanka set a target of 241 runs for India, scoring 240 for nine wickets in their 50 overs. Avishka Fernando and Kamindu Mendis played pivotal roles for Sri Lanka. Indian bowlers, including Washington Sundar and Kuldeep Yadav, did well, but Sri Lanka managed to post a challenging total.
- Sri Lanka scored 240 runs, setting India a target of 241.
- Avishka Fernando and Kamindu Mendis were key contributors for Sri Lanka.
- Indian bowlers included Washington Sundar (3 wickets) and Kuldeep Yadav (2 wickets).
- Mohammad Siraj took an early wicket, dismissing Pathum Nissanka.
- Rohit Sharma scored 64 runs, but India faced rapid wickets.
- Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, and others were dismissed under pressure.
- Vandersay took multiple key wickets, including Kohli and Shreyas Iyer.
- India fell short of the target, and Sri Lanka won the match.
India’s chase began with promising signs as Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill built a strong partnership. Rohit scored a quick half-century, and Gill contributed 35 runs. However, the innings faltered as key players like Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, and KL Rahul were dismissed.
Vandersay delivered a brilliant performance, taking six wickets and disrupting India’s batting lineup. Notable dismissals included Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, and Shivam Dubey. Despite valiant efforts, India fell short, and Sri Lanka secured a 32-run victory
- Sri Lanka won the second ODI by 32 runs.
- Vandersay took six wickets, and Asalanka took three wickets.
- With this win, Sri Lanka leads the series 1-0.
