India clinched the series with a seven-wicket victory over Sri Lanka.
2024.07.30
Sanju Samson got out on a golden duck in the 2nd T20I.
With one game remaining in the series, the visitors prevailed decisively by seven wickets in a gripping battle between Sri Lanka and India in the second Twenty20 International. Both teams put up amazing displays during the match at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, but India’s supremacy ultimately won out.
Maheesh Theekshana gave a surprising start to the contest as he dismissed Sanju Samson for a golden duck with his opening delivery. Samson was unprepared for Theekshana’s carrom ball, which curiously drifted in rather than straightening. Samson created a space with his feet without moving, which allowed the ball to scuttle by him and strike the middle stump. Theekshana’s joyous celebration created an unforgettable atmosphere for the game.
With just one game left in the series, India defeated Sri Lanka by seven wickets, capping an exciting contest full of unbelievable performances. In their 20 overs, Sri Lanka managed a respectable score of 161/9, however rain delays forced the DLS approach to be used. With their aim now lowered to 78 runs in eight overs, India met the challenge head-on and finished at 81/3 in just 6.3 overs.
India’s triumph, which featured contributions from several players, was evidence of their all-around power. With an outstanding bowling stint that won him Player of the Match, Ravi Bishnoi became India’s hero. Bishnoi claimed three significant wickets at an economy rate of 6.50 in his four overs, demonstrating his accuracy and control. His contributions were essential in limiting the batting order of Sri Lanka.
Axar Patel and Arshdeep Singh both took two wickets, which led to significant breakthroughs. Yashasvi Jaiswal set a fast pace in the batting department with a quick fire 30 runs off 15 balls, which included three fours and two sixes. With a strike rate of 244.44, Hardik Pandya demonstrated his versatility by scoring 22 runs off of just nine balls and taking two wickets in his two-over performance.
With one game remaining, this comprehensive victory cemented India’s supremacy and gave them a 2-0 lead in the series. The team’s performance demonstrated their abilities and paved the way for a possible series sweep. India’s combination of quick bowling, powerful batting, and strategic understanding is showing as they prepare for the championship game and hint at more thrilling cricket to come.
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