We witnessed a thrilling tie in the first ODI clash between Sri Lanka and India today, leaving fans on the edge of their seats. The encounter, held at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, Sri Lanka, showcased high-quality cricket from both sides and proved why ODI cricket still remains a fan favorite.
Match Summary: India Vs Sri Lanka First ODI 2024
Today’s ODI was a classic display of cricketing prowess. Sri Lanka and India went head-to-head in what was a must-watch contest. Both teams delivered exceptional performances, making this game one of the most memorable encounters in recent times.
Sri Lanka’s Performance:
Sri Lanka, led by their captain Charith Asalanka, began the innings with determination and precision. The top-order batsman Pathum Nissanka put up a solid foundation and scored 56 runs which includes 9 fours, with Dunith Wellalage scoring a vital unbeaten 67 runs off 65 balls with 7 fours and 2 sixes. Their lower order batsmen, including Wanindu Hasaranga and Janith Liyanage, added crucial runs, pushing Sri Lanka’s total to a competitive 230 runs.
On the bowling front, Sri Lanka’s bowlers showcased their best skills. Wanindu Hasaranga was particularly effective, claiming 3 wickets for 58 runs. Apart from him the Sri Lankan skipper Charith Asalanka also contributed with 3 wickets for just 30 runs. He is the one who took 2 wickets in his 9th over and restricted India to a tie. The Sri Lankan fielding side was also sharp and demonstrated exceptional agility and commitment.
India’s Performance:
India, led by Rohit Sharma, responded with equal vigor. The Indian openers set the stage with a strong start, particularly the skipper himself played an amazing innings and scored 58 runs with 7 boundaries and 3 sky-high sixes . The middle-order batsmen, including KL Rahul, Axar patel, and Shivam Dube kept the run rate steady and tried to guide India on winning track. However, at the very last stage of the match things turned in the favor of Sri Lanka when Charith Asalanka took the wicket of Shivam Dube as the 9th Indian wicket and on next ball and he did the same to the Indian no. 11 batsman Arshdeep Singh and could not let the Indian team win this first ODI of the series.
In the bowling department, Axar Patel stood out with an impressive performance, taking 2 wickets for 33 runs and challenging the Sri Lankan batsmen throughout their innings. Besides him, Arshdeep Singh also took 2 wickets for 47 runs. Shivam Dube, Washington Sunder, Kuldeep Yadav, and Mohd. Siraj contributed with one wicket each.
The Decisive Moment:
As the game approached its climax, it became apparent that the match was heading for a nail-biting finish. Both teams fought hard, and as the final overs approached, the tension was palpable. Despite their best efforts, neither team could secure a win, resulting in a dramatic tie.
Looking Ahead:
With the series now tied, both Sri Lanka and India will look to capitalize on today’s performance in the upcoming fixtures. Fans can expect more high-octane cricket as these two cricketing powerhouses continue their battle for supremacy.
India Vs Sri Lanka First ODI Highlights
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Sri Lanka Vs India First ODI 2024 Highlights
India Vs Sri Lanka First ODI Live Scorecard
Sri Lanka Innings
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | Mode of Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathum Nissanka | 5 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 83.33 | lbw b Washington Sundar |
| Avishka Fernando | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | b Arshdeep Singh |
| Kusal Mendis (wk) | 14 | 31 | 1 | 0 | 45.16 | lbw b Shivam Dube |
| Samarawickrama | 8 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 44.44 | c Shubman Gill b Axar Patel |
| Asalanka (c) | 14 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 66.67 | c Rohit Sharma b Kuldeep Yadav |
| Janith Liyanage | 20 | 26 | 1 | 1 | 76.92 | c Rohit Sharma b Axar Patel |
| Dunith Wellalage | 6 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 85.71 | not out |
| W Hasaranga | 24 | 35 | 2 | 1 | 68.57 | c Axar Patel b Arshdeep Singh |
| Dananjaya | 17 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 80.95 | b Washington Sundar |
| Mohamed Shiraz | 11 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 | not out |
| Extras | 8 | (b 0, lb 2, w 6, nb 0, p 0) | ||||
| Total | 230 | (8 wkts, 50 overs) |
Did not Bat: Asitha Fernando
Bowling Analysis:
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Siraj | 8 | 0 | 36 | 1 | 4.50 |
| Arshdeep Singh | 8 | 0 | 47 | 2 | 5.90 |
| Axar Patel | 10 | 0 | 33 | 2 | 3.30 |
| Shivam Dube | 4 | 0 | 19 | 1 | 4.80 |
| Kuldeep Yadav | 10 | 0 | 33 | 1 | 3.30 |
| Washington Sundar | 9 | 1 | 46 | 1 | 5.10 |
| Shubman Gill | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4.00 |
India Innings
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | Mode of Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma (c) | 58 | 47 | 7 | 3 | 123.40 | lbw b Dunith Wellalage |
| Shubman Gill | 16 | 35 | 2 | 0 | 45.71 | c Kusal Mendis b Dunith Wellalage |
| Virat Kohli | 24 | 32 | 1 | 0 | 75.00 | lbw b W Hasaranga |
| Washington Sundar | 5 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 50.00 | lbw b Dananjaya |
| Shreyas Iyer | 23 | 34 | 4 | 0 | 67.65 | b Asitha Fernando |
| KL Rahul (wk) | 31 | 43 | 1 | 0 | 72.09 | c Dunith Wellalage b W Hasaranga |
| Axar Patel | 33 | 57 | 2 | 1 | 57.89 | c Kusal Mendis b Charith Asalanka |
| Shivam Dube | 25 | 24 | 1 | 1 | 104.17 | lbw b Charith Asalanka |
| Kuldeep Yadav | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 200.00 | b W Hasaranga |
| Mohammed Siraj | 51 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 45.45 | not out |
| Arshdeep Singh | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | lbw b Charith Asalanka |
| Extras | 8 | (b 0, lb 4, w 4, nb 0, p 0) | ||||
| Total | 230 | (10 wkts, 47.5 overs) |
Bowling Analysis:
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asitha Fernando | 6 | 1 | 34 | 1 | 5.70 |
| Mohamed Shiraz | 4 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 6.20 |
| Dunith Wellalage | 9 | 1 | 39 | 3 | 4.30 |
| Akila Dananjaya | 10 | 0 | 40 | 1 | 4.00 |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | 10 | 0 | 58 | 3 | 5.80 |
| Charith Asalanka | 8.5 | 0 | 30 | 3 | 3.40 |
Man of the match– Dunith Wellalage was declared Man of the match for his exceptional 67 runs and 2 wickets.
Conclusion:
Today’s ODI between Sri Lanka and India was a testament to the thrilling nature of cricket. The tie reflects the competitive spirit of both teams and promises more excitement in the future matches. Stay tuned and visit newskida.com for more updates and analysis as the series progresses.