Ind vs Sri Lanka faceoff turned into a nightmare for Sri Lanka as batting collapses.
The Ind vs Sri Lanka faceoff turned into a nightmare as Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill led India to victory in the Asia Cup 2023, ending a five-year drought for the team. Although the match was delayed due to rain, an even fiercer storm awaited Sri Lanka. Mohammed Siraj decimated the Sri Lankan batting lineup, claiming an astonishing 6 wickets in just 7 overs.
Hardik Pandya also played a pivotal role, taking 3 crucial wickets, leaving the Sri Lankan team all out with a mere 50 runs on the board.
Sri Lanka had earned their spot in the final by narrowly defeating Pakistan by two wickets during the Super Four stage, setting the stage for an eagerly awaited showdown with India. In Sunday’s final, Sri Lanka aims to match India’s remarkable record of seven Asia Cup final victories, marking their second consecutive appearance and their 11th overall.
India and Sri Lanka hold the record for the most One Day International (ODI) encounters between any two teams, with a total of 166 matches played. Out of these, India emerged victorious in 97, while Sri Lanka secured 57 wins. Additionally, 11 matches ended with “no result,” and one concluded in a tie.
The R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo is renowned for its batting-friendly pitches, often favoring teams setting the target. As the game unfolds, it tends to provide assistance to spinners. However, the main concern remains the persistent rain, which has disrupted multiple matches in this year’s tournament.
Mohd Siraj ruthless, pulls of Cristiano Ronaldo’s Sui Celebration
Mohammed Siraj unleashed a fiery onslaught under overcast skies in Colombo, ruthlessly dismantling Sri Lanka’s top order during the Asia Cup 2023 final at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Sunday. Thanks to Siraj’s exceptional opening spell, India obliterated Sri Lanka, limiting them to a mere 50 runs in the Asia Cup 2023 final. Throughout the years, Indian cricket has witnessed several exceptional fast bowlers, and their prowess has significantly impacted the team’s performance in limited-overs cricket.
In the last 90 minutes of the match, a flurry of records tumbled as Siraj clinched an impressive 6-wicket haul. Notably, four of those wickets fell in a single over, a pivotal moment that ultimately sealed the fate of the match.
Siraj, a rising sensation whose remarkable display in the 2023 Asia Cup Finals against Sri Lanka has propelled him to the pinnacle of this prestigious ranking. The Indian star fast bowler emulated football legend Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic ‘Siuuu’ celebration upon achieving his five-wicket haul in the final match.
Ind vs Sri Lanka – Key Match Highlights:
- Sri Lanka, having won the toss, elected to bat first.
- Due to adverse weather conditions, the start of the match was delayed by 40 minutes.
- On the third delivery of the match, Jasprit Bumrah secured a crucial wicket.
- Following that, Mohammed Siraj had a significant impact, taking four wickets in his second over, putting Sri Lanka in a precarious situation.
- Mohammed Siraj displayed remarkable skill, achieving a six-wicket haul in just seven overs.
- In the 13th over, Hardik Pandya took another wicket, leaving Sri Lanka with just their final two batsmen, and with 40 overs still to be played. He was also the one to claim the final wicket.
- Sri Lanka experienced a devastating collapse, managing only 50 runs in 15.2 overs.
- India’s opening pair of Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill successfully chased down the target with a remarkable 263 balls to spare, setting a new record.
Ind vs Sri Lanka: Notable Records Broken as India Dominates Sri Lanka
- Sri Lanka posted its lowest ODI score against India after losing its fifth wicket (12 for 5).
- At 12 for 6, Sri Lanka recorded the lowest ODI score at the fall of the sixth wicket by an ICC full-member nation.
- In this game, Siraj claimed his 50th ODI wicket in just 1,002 deliveries, making him the second fastest bowler to achieve this milestone in the format. The record is held by Ajantha Mendis, who accomplished it in 847 balls.
- India took six wickets within the opening ten overs of the contest, marking the highest number of early wickets taken by the side in the format to date.
- Siraj became the second bowler after Mendis to secure a six-wicket haul in an Asia Cup ODI.
- Sri Lanka’s total score of 50 in this match is not only their lowest against India in the format but also the lowest in any ODI final to date.
- Siraj’s remarkable figures of 6 for 21 are the best by any bowler against Sri Lanka in ODIs.
- This match was only the second instance in the history of the competition’s ODIs where pacers claimed all ten wickets in a clash. The first instance also occurred in this edition when Pakistan’s seamers achieved the feat against India in a rain-affected group match.
Ind vs Sri Lanka, Asia Cup 2023: Watch Match Highlights
Frequently Asked Questions:
Who won Asia 2023?
India won the Asia Cup 2023, defeating Sri Lanka by 10 wickets.
Who has won Ind vs Sri Lanka?
India defeated Sri Lanka by 10-wickets. Propelled by the mesmerizing bowling performance of Mohammed Siraj, who captured an impressive 6 wickets. The Asia Cup 2023 Highlights showcased a stellar performance by Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill, leading their team to the Asia Cup trophy, marking India’s triumphant return to glory after a five-year hiatus.
How many times Sri Lanka beat India?
Sri Lanka have beat India on 57 occasions. India and Sri Lanka have locked horns 167 times. Among these encounters, India emerged victorious in 98 clashes, while Sri Lanka celebrated triumph 57 times. In 11 instances, matches concluded without a decisive result, and one memorable encounter concluded in a thrilling tie.
The Road Ahead for Team India:
Team India faceoff Australia in the ODI Series, starting from 22nd September, before heading into World Cup mode, starting from October 5th. The resounding victory for India is a joyous moment for the team, but India must look at the long run as they face the same teams in the World Cup. It becomes essential for players like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Mohd Siraj and the rest of the squad to perform upto the expectations set by their country.
The likes of Virat Kohli & Rohit Sharma probably play their last World Cup as BCCI looks to replace the squad with a more younger firepower, which could signal their exit from the ODI format to focus on the other formats of the game.
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