India Seals T20I Series Against Sri Lanka With Comprehensive Victory
India Dominates Second Match, Securing Series Triumph
India has extended its dominance over Sri Lanka in the ongoing Twenty20 International (T20I) series, clinching the second match in Mohali on Saturday. The hosts put up a commanding performance, restricting Sri Lanka to a modest total and chasing it down with ease.
Sri Lanka Fails to Fire, Posts Subpar Total
Sri Lanka's batting lineup struggled to find momentum, managing a meager total of 132 for 8 in its allotted 20 overs. Opener Pathum Nissanka top-scored for the visitors with 33 runs, while Dasun Shanaka contributed 23. India's bowlers were disciplined and economical, with Arshdeep Singh and Harshal Patel each claiming three wickets.
India Cruises to Victory, Secures Series Win
In response, India chased down the target with relative ease, reaching 136 for 3 in just 16.4 overs. Opener Ishan Kishan led the charge with an unbeaten 56, while Virat Kohli chipped in with 30 runs. Shreyas Iyer remained not out on 27, guiding India to a comfortable seven-wicket victory.
Other Key Points
- India has now taken an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
- Sri Lanka has failed to register a victory in its last six T20I matches.
- The third and final match of the series is scheduled to be played in Dharamsala on Sunday.
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