In a thrilling tie, India and Sri Lanka began their three-match ODI series at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Friday. Sri Lanka opted to bat first and put up a decent total of 230/8, with Dunith Wellalage scoring 67 and Pathum Nissanka making 56. India's bowling was tight, with Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav being economical. In their chase, India fell short by just one run, with Charith Asalanka and Wanindu Hasaranga both taking three wickets for Sri Lanka.
India Falls Short by One Run in Thriller Against Sri Lanka
Colombo: In a nail-biting opener to their three-match ODI series, India narrowly missed victory against Sri Lanka on Friday at the R. Premadasa Stadium.
Match Summary
Sri Lanka, opting to bat first, set a respectable target of 230/8. Dunith Wellalage's 67 and Pathum Nissanka's 56 were the standout performances for the hosts. India's bowlers, led by Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav, kept the pressure on, restricting Sri Lanka's total.
In the chase, India came tantalizingly close to victory but ultimately fell short by just one run. Despite a valiant 63 from Rishabh Pant, Sri Lanka's bowlers, Charith Asalanka and Wanindu Hasaranga, took three wickets each to seal the win for their side.
Background and Significance
This ODI series marks the first meeting between India and Sri Lanka since the latter's 3-0 sweep of the Men in Blue in the Test series last month. The ODI matches are crucial for both teams as they aim to gain valuable ICC Cricket World Cup Super League points.
Top 5 FAQs
1. What is the current score in the series? Answer: Sri Lanka leads 1-0 after the first match.
2. Who was the Man of the Match in the first ODI? Answer: Charith Asalanka of Sri Lanka
3. Which Indian batsman made the highest score in the first ODI? Answer: Rishabh Pant (63)
4. Who is the current captain of the Indian ODI team? Answer: Rohit Sharma
5. When will the next match of the series be played? Answer: Sunday, July 18, at the same venue
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