- IND vs SL 2nd T20: India had a target of 78 runs in 8 overs as per Duckworth Lewis rule. The Indian team achieved the target in 6.3 overs for 3 wickets.
IND vs SL Match Report:
India has defeated Sri Lanka in the second T20. Team India led by Suryakumar Yadav won by 7 wickets. India had a target of 78 runs in 8 overs under Duckworth Lewis rule. The Indian team achieved the target in 6.3 overs for 3 wickets. In this way, Team India has won the series.
For India, captain Suryakumar Yadav played a blistering innings of 26 runs in 12 balls. He hit 4 fours and 1 six in his innings. At the same time, Team India’s opener Yashasvi Jaiswal contributed 30 runs in 15 balls. For Sri Lanka, Mahisha Pathirana, Wanindu Hasaranga and Mathisha Teekshna took 1-1 wickets.
Earlier, Indian team captain Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and decided to bowl. Batting first, Sri Lanka scored 161 runs for 9 wickets in 20 overs. In this way, Team India had a target of 162 runs, but the target was revised due to rain. After this, the Indian team got a target of 78 runs in 8 overs to win.
When the game resumed after the rain, India got a revised target of 78 runs in 8 overs. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Suryakumar Yadav scored easily. The Indian team suffered the second blow at the score of 51 runs, when Suryakumar Yadav returned to the pavilion on the ball of Masitha Pathirana, but by then Team India’s victory was almost certain.
After this, the Indian team got the third blow in the form of Yashasvi Jaiswal. Yashasvi Jaiswal was dismissed by Wanindu Hasaranga after scoring 30 runs off 15 balls. When Yashasvi Jaiswal was dismissed, the Indian team’s score was 65 runs at that time, the Suryakumar Yadav-led team needed just 13 runs to win. Then Hardik Pandya finished the game by scoring 22 runs off 9 balls.
India Clinches Series with Dominant Win Over Sri Lanka
India stormed into an unassailable 2-0 lead in the T20I series against Sri Lanka, thanks to a convincing 7-wicket victory in the second match. Rain played spoilsport, reducing the game to an 8-over affair, but the Men in Blue chased down the revised target of 78 with ease, showcasing their dominance.
Sri Lanka’s Batting Stumble
Sri Lanka got off to a decent start, with Kushal Perera anchoring the innings with a well-made half-century. However, the middle order failed to capitalize, and the hosts were restricted to 161/9 in their 20 overs. Ravi Bishnoi was the star with the ball for India, picking up crucial wickets to stem the flow of runs.
India’s Ruthless Chase
The rain interruption made the chase a tricky proposition, but India’s openers, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill, made light work of the target. Jaiswal was particularly impressive, scoring a quickfire 30 to set the platform for a comfortable victory. The Indian batting lineup once again demonstrated its depth and power, sealing the deal with nine balls to spare.
Key Takeaways
- India’s bowling attack: The Indian bowlers, led by Bishnoi, were spot on in their execution, restricting Sri Lanka to a below-par total.
- Jaiswal’s brilliance: The young opener showcased his immense talent with a blistering knock, proving his worth at the international level.
- Dominant India: The series win underlines India’s supremacy in the T20 format, and they will be looking to complete a clean sweep in the final match.
With this victory, India has taken a giant step towards clinching the series. The final T20I will be a dead rubber, but it will be interesting to see if India can maintain their momentum and whitewash the hosts.
Rain-affected but emphatic victory for the Men in Blue
In a match curtailed by rain, India secured a comprehensive 7-wicket victory over Sri Lanka, clinching the T20I series 2-0. The hosts, batting first, managed to post 161/9 in their 20 overs, with Kushal Perera’s half-century being the standout performance. Ravi Bishnoi was the pick of the Indian bowlers, picking up crucial wickets to restrict Sri Lanka.
The rain interruption reduced the target to 78 runs from 8 overs, a challenge India overcame with ease. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill provided a solid start, setting the platform for a comfortable chase. The Indian batting lineup once again showcased its depth and power, sealing the deal with nine balls to spare.
Secured the T20I series with a game to spare! 🙌 Top effort from our boys! Ravi Bishnoi spun the ball both ways and consistently troubled the batters – a well deserved 3-fer for the youngster! 🔥 Eyes on the 3rd T20I as we look to seal a series whitewash!@BCCI || #SLvIND pic.twitter.com/8RBLj46fxY
— Jay Shah (@JayShah) July 28, 2024
Ravi Bishnoi’s Economic Spell Shines Through
While the spotlight often falls on big hitters and wicket-takers, the role of a miserly spinner is often overlooked. In the recently concluded second T20I against Sri Lanka, Ravi Bishnoi showcased his art of spin bowling, delivering a crucial spell of 4 overs, conceding just 26 runs while picking up 3 crucial wickets.
Bishnoi’s economy rate of 6.50 in a high-pressure game like a T20 is a testament to his skill and composure. His ability to contain the run flow and pick up wickets at regular intervals proved to be a game-changer. His tight bowling created immense pressure on the Sri Lankan batsmen, forcing errors and aiding the other bowlers.
While the Indian batting unit stole the show with a dominant chase, Bishnoi’s contribution in setting up the win cannot be ignored. His performance is a reminder of the importance of all-round cricket and the value of a bowler who can consistently deliver under pressure.