Sri Lanka Clinches Historic ODI Series Win with 110-Run Victory Over India

Sri Lanka secured a remarkable 110-run win against India in the final ODI at R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, clinching the three-match series 2-0. Sri Lanka, opting to bat first, posted 248/7 with Avishka Fernando scoring 96 runs. India’s chase faltered as they were bowled out for 138 in 26.1 overs. Dunith Wellalage starred with the ball, taking a five-wicket haul, dismantling India’s batting lineup.

Match Highlights

  • Sri Lanka’s Innings:
    • Avishka Fernando: 96 runs
    • Key Partnerships: 86-run stand with Pathum Nissanka, 85-run stand with Kusal Mendis
    • Riyan Parag: 3 wickets
  • India’s Innings:
    • Rohit Sharma: 35 runs off 20 balls
    • Dunith Wellalage: 5 wickets
    • Collapse: India all out for 138 in 26.1 overs

Turning Points

Sri Lanka’s early partnerships laid a solid foundation, and despite mid-innings wickets, they managed a competitive total. In contrast, India struggled with the bat, losing wickets regularly, unable to form substantial partnerships.

Upcoming Series

India will aim to recover in the upcoming three-match ODI series against England, scheduled in February 2025 across various venues in India. The matches will be crucial for India to regain momentum.

Key Stats

  • Most Sixes in ODIs:
    • Shahid Afridi: 351
    • Rohit Sharma: 331
    • Chris Gayle: 331
  • Most Runs for India Against Sri Lanka in ODIs:
    • Sachin Tendulkar: 3113
    • Virat Kohli: 2652
    • MS Dhoni: 2383
    • Rohit Sharma: 2021

Sri Lanka’s historic series win and Rohit Sharma’s record-equalling sixes were notable highlights from the match. As India looks forward to future contests, the focus will be on rebuilding and strategizing for better performance.

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