Sri Lanka Vs. India 3^rd T20I

In a thrilling T20I match, India successfully defended five runs in the final over. Leading to a Super Over victory against Sri Lanka. Despite a shaky start with the bat, India’s lower-order batsmen showed resilience. Allowing them to post a competitive total. Specialist bowlers like Washington Sundar played pivotal roles, with Sundar’s crucial wickets and calm demeanor proving instrumental in the team’s success.

The team’s approach was characterized by a mix of calculated planning and relaxed composure, as highlighted by Riyan Parag’s effective use of his leg breaks. The focus on executing basic skills, reading the conditions, and remaining composed under pressure ultimately helped India secure a remarkable victory. Showcasing their ability to adapt and thrive in challenging situations.

Suryakumar Yadav Superb Captainship

In this 3rd T20 match, India scored 137/9. While Sri Lanka appeared to cruise towards victory with Kusal Perera and Kusal Mendis both scoring 43.

However, Indian spinners sparked a collapse, taking 7 wickets for 27 runs in 26 balls, tying the game. Suryakumar Yadav’s unconventional decision to bowl Rinku Singh and himself paid off. Defending 9 runs off 12 balls to force a tie-breaker, which India won convincingly. This dramatic turnaround showcased India’s resilience and strategic acumen, ultimately leading to an intense and memorable match.

India struggled in Power Play

India struggled in the powerplay as Yashasvi Jaiswal’s early boundary was followed by a series of wickets, including Sanju Samson and captain Suryakumar Yadav falling for low scores. Maheesh Theekshana and Asitha Fernando led Sri Lanka’s bowling attack. Putting India on the backfoot with a score of 30/4, which was one of India’s lowest powerplay scores in T20Is for the year. The early wickets and effective bowling by Sri Lanka disrupted India’s batting rhythm. Setting the stage for a challenging innings.

Super Over

Sri Lanka managed only two runs and lost both batters to big hits. With India needing only three to win, Suryakumar’s sweep to short fine leg resulted in a misfield and a boundary, sealing India’s victory and ending Sri Lanka’s misery.

Brief scores:

• India 137/9 in 20 overs (Gill 39; Theekshana 3-28, Hasaranga 2-29).
• Tied with Sri Lanka 137/8 in 20 overs Perera 46,  Mendis 43; Bishnoi 2-38, Sundar 2-23) 
• India won the Super Over

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