India vs Sri Lanka

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India close in on victory after Mendis and Sooriyabandara…

Sri Lanka mounted a determined fightback on the fourth day of the second and final Test, but India remained firmly in control and moved closer to completing a series sweep. The hosts ended Wednesday on 229-6, just 16 runs ahead, with only four wickets remaining. Sri Lanka Bowled Out for 290 Earlier in the day, Sri Lanka were dismissed for 290 in their first innings. Debutant spinner Saransh Jain claimed the final two wickets, allowing India captain Shubman Gill to enforce the follow-on.

India in charge in Colombo despite Dinusha defiance 

India continued to dominate the second and final Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo on Tuesday, despite rain and bad light bringing the third day's play to an early conclusion. Sri Lanka reached 265-8 in reply to India's 503-9 declared, leaving the hosts 238 runs behind with the possibility of a follow-on still looming. Sonal Dinusha Keeps Sri Lanka Fighting Sonal Dinusha remained unbeaten on 85, keeping alive his hopes of scoring a second century of the series. The Sri Lankan batter has

Jaiswal vows to fight: But Tendulkar never fought bowlers…

India batter Yashasvi Jaiswal has been urged to find the right balance between aggression and composure following his on-field confrontation with Sri Lankan fast bowler Asitha Fernando during the second Test in Colombo. Both Jaiswal and Fernando were fined 25 per cent of their match fees by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday following the incident. Jaiswal-Fernando Clash Sparks Debate The incident occurred on the opening day of the second Test after Jaiswal was dismissed for 45 runs in India's first innings.

Sri Lanka’s Dinusha savours ‘special’ century against India

Sri Lanka batter Sonal Dinusha produced a determined maiden Test century to help his team avoid the follow-on against India in the opening Test at Galle. Sri Lanka were eventually bowled out for 284, giving India a first-innings lead of 178 runs after India posted 462. Rain then brought an early end to the third day's play. Dinusha Rescues Sri Lanka Sri Lanka were in serious trouble at 90-5 when Dinusha walked to the crease. The 25-year-old left-hander showed composure against India's spin-heavy

Sri Lanka fight back through spinners, India 460-9

India finished the second day of the opening Test against Sri Lanka on 460-9, with Devdutt Padikkal producing a superb maiden Test century. Padikkal's elegant 167 formed the backbone of India's innings as the visitors maintained a strong position despite repeated interruptions caused by rain and wet conditions in Galle. Sri Lanka's Spinners Fight Back Sri Lanka's spin attack managed to slow India's progress and keep the hosts in contention. Prabath Jayasuriya claimed 4-109, while debutant Keshara Nuwantha took 3-175. Despite their efforts,

India speedster Bumrah likely to miss Test series against…

India's premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is likely to miss the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka later this month, with the BCCI medical team reportedly advising him to extend his recovery from a left-knee issue. According to reports, no replacement has been named yet. Recovery Continues After England Tour Bumrah has not bowled since the second ODI against England in Cardiff on July 16. He was ruled out of the final ODI at Lord's after sustaining an impact injury while fielding during

Harmanpreet fires as India complete 5-0 sweep

Harmanpreet fires as India complete 5-0 sweep. India were extended further than they have done at any stage this series but still completed a 5-0 series win over Sri Lanka with victory in the final T20I at Trivandrum - the first time they have achieved a sweep of this length in a bilateral T20I series at home. Other than a better showing with the bat from their opposition, there were stiffer tests that came their way - occasional inabilities at the top of the order,

Kohli’s Ton Helps India Win 1st ODI Against Sri…

Virat Kohli struck a brilliant century to guide India to a 67-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first of their three-match one-day international series in Guwahati on Tuesday. Kohli made 113 runs, hitting 12 fours and a six in his 87-ball display. It was the former captain's 45th ODI hundred and he is only four short of Sachin Tendulkar's all-time record. Captain Rohit Sharma scored 83 and Shubman Gill made 70 as India ended their innings at 373-7 after being put in

India vs Sri Lanka 2020, 1st T20I Preview: Full-Strength…

The Indian cricket team starts their Mission 2020 by hosting Sri Lanka for a three-match T20I series to start the year. Virat Kohli and Lasith Malinga will resume their rivalry as both of them lead their respective teams in the series. The first of the three T20Is in the India vs Sri Lanka 2020 series will be played will be played at the Baspara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. The second and the third T20Is will be played at Indore and Pune respectively on

India vs Sri Lanka ICC Cricket World Cup 2019…

India and Sri Lanka will square off against each other on the 6th of July, 2019 in the 2019 World Cup. Both teams have so far had contrasting campaigns. India has been brilliant, having won 3 out of their 4 games while one was a no-result. Sri Lanka have not played to their potential and face a battle for survival in the tournament. They will definitely go all out against India as a result. India Sri Lanka Head to Head in World Cup