In a nail-biting 3rd T20I match, India emerged as the victors against Sri Lanka, winning the series with a 3-0 sweep. After a tense tied match, India dominated the Super Over and easily achieved the target of three runs for victory. Despite a rocky start at 48/5, Shubman Gill and Riyan Parag's partnership helped stabilize India's innings before Washington Sundar's quickfire 25 pushed them towards a defendable total. Sri Lanka put up a strong fight, with newcomer Chamindu Wickramasinghe and spin bowler Wanindu Hasaranga impressing, but it wasn't enough to stop India's new era under captain Suryakumar Yadav from kicking off with a successful series win.
India Triumphs in Series-Clinching Super Over Victory Against Sri Lanka
In a thrilling nail-biter, Team India secured a 3-0 series sweep against Sri Lanka in the third T20I match held in Rajkot on January 7, 2023.
Nail-Biting Super Over Decides the Match
After a tense tie in regulation play, the match went into a Super Over. India set a target of three runs, which Sri Lanka failed to achieve, giving India the series victory.
Gill and Sundar Shine for India
Despite a shaky start, India recovered thanks to a crucial partnership between Shubman Gill (46) and Riyan Parag (31). Washington Sundar's quickfire 25 in the final overs helped push India to a defendable total of 162/7.
Wickramasinghe and Hasaranga Impress for Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka put up a valiant fight, with newcomer Chamindu Wickramasinghe scoring 21 runs and spin bowler Wanindu Hasaranga claiming three wickets. However, it wasn't enough to overcome India's determined performance.
Yadav's New Era Begins with a Win
Suryakumar Yadav, the newly appointed captain of the Indian T20I team, led his side to a successful start in his tenure. The victory marks a promising new era for Indian cricket.
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