Match Overview
India vs Sri Lanka – The cricketing giants India and Sri Lanka faced off in an electrifying One Day International (ODI) match on July 30, 2024. Held at the iconic R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, this match was part of a highly anticipated series between the two teams. Both sides brought their A-game, resulting in a nail-biting encounter that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Match Details ind vs sl
- Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
- Date: July 30, 2024
- Format: One Day International (ODI)
Team Line-Ups
India:
- Rohit Sharma (c)
- Shubman Gill
- Virat Kohli
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Hardik Pandya
- Rishabh Pant (wk)
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Shardul Thakur
- Mohammed Shami
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Yuzvendra Chahal
Sri Lanka:
- Pathum Nissanka
- Kusal Perera (wk)
- Kusal Mendis (c)
- Charith Asalanka
- Dhananjaya de Silva
- Dasun Shanaka
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Chamika Karunaratne
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Dushmantha Chameera
- Kasun Rajitha
Match Summary
India Innings:
India won the toss and elected to bat first. The openers, Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill, provided a solid start with a 90-run partnership. Sharma’s elegant 58 off 62 balls and Gill’s aggressive 72 off 68 balls set a strong foundation. Virat Kohli continued the momentum with a masterful 83 off 79 balls, anchoring the innings.
Middle-order contributions from Suryakumar Yadav (30 off 25 balls) and Hardik Pandya (40 off 29 balls) ensured that India posted a formidable total of 324/6 in their 50 overs. Sri Lankan bowlers struggled to contain the Indian batsmen, with Dushmantha Chameera being the pick of the bowlers, claiming 2 wickets for 54 runs.
Sri Lanka Innings:
Chasing 325, Sri Lanka got off to a shaky start, losing Kusal Perera early. Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis steadied the ship with a crucial 85-run partnership. Nissanka scored a determined 65 off 78 balls, while Mendis played a captain’s knock of 92 off 84 balls.
Despite their efforts, Sri Lanka kept losing wickets at regular intervals. Wanindu Hasaranga’s late blitz of 45 off 32 balls brought some hope, but the Indian bowlers held their nerve. Jasprit Bumrah was exceptional, taking 3 wickets for 48 runs, while Mohammed Shami and Ravindra Jadeja chipped in with 2 wickets each.
Sri Lanka was eventually bowled out for 310 in 49.4 overs, falling short by 14 runs in a thrilling contest.
Key Performances India vs Sri Lanka
India:
- Virat Kohli: 83 off 79 balls
- Shubman Gill: 72 off 68 balls
- Rohit Sharma: 58 off 62 balls
- Jasprit Bumrah: 3/48
Sri Lanka:
- Kusal Mendis: 92 off 84 balls
- Pathum Nissanka: 65 off 78 balls
- Wanindu Hasaranga: 45 off 32 balls
- Dushmantha Chameera: 2/54
Conclusion ind vs sl
The match on July 30, 2024, between ind vs sl was a testament to the thrilling nature of ODI cricket. India’s batting depth and disciplined bowling attack proved decisive, allowing them to secure a hard-fought victory. Sri Lanka’s spirited chase and individual brilliance, especially from Kusal Mendis, made for an exciting contest. This match will be remembered as one of the highlights of the series, showcasing the competitive spirit and skill of both teams.