Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gil led their team to victory at the Asia Cup final 2023 against Sri Lanka for India, winning it for the first time in five years despite delays caused by raindrops.
No one anticipated Mohammed Siraj being such an outstanding performer; taking 6 wickets off Sri Lankan batsmen within 7 overs as his storm took shape – while Hardik Pandya took three key scalps as Sri Lanka were all out with just 50 runs remaining to bat.
Sri Lanka advanced to Sunday’s final by defeating Pakistan by just two wickets at the Super Four stage, setting up their much-anticipated clash against India. Their aim will be to equal India’s record of seven Asia Cup Finals; it will be their second straight and 11th overall appearance in a final.
Maheesh Theekshana’s absence due to a hamstring issue could give Dushan Hemantha the opportunity to step into his shoes.
IND vs SL have competed in 166 One Day Internationals (ODIs), more than any other two teams combined. Of these 166 matches, India has won 97 while Sri Lanka secured 57 victories. Eleven matches ended without results while one ended in a tie.
R Premadasa Stadium is well known for its batting-friendly pitches. Teams that set targets usually see better results than those chasing, while spinners tend to thrive during play. Unfortunately, rain has disrupted many matches this year.
Highlights from the Asia Cup Final 2023:
- Sri Lanka, having won the toss and opted to bat first, made that choice.
- Due to bad weather, this match was postponed by 40 minutes.
- Jasprit Bhumrah took an important wicket during the third delivery of this match.
- Mohammed Siraj made an immediate impact by taking four wickets in his second over, leaving Sri Lanka in an extremely precarious situation.
- Mohammed Siraj completed his six-wicket haul in only seven overs!
- Hardik Pandya took two wickets in one over to reduce Sri Lanka to its final two batsmen with 40 overs remaining, as well as taking his final wicket of the innings.
- Sri Lanka was unable to score more than 50 runs in only 15.2 overs.
- Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill, India’s opening pair, completed a successful chase of their target with 263 balls remaining – setting a world record!
India easily chased their 51-run goal in just 6.1 overs, winning their record eighth Asia Cup title. India was dominant throughout, stamping their authority on Sri Lanka. Mohammed Siraj’s six-wicket haul and Shubman Kishan (23) and Ishan Gill’s 27 runs each were impressive spells that put Sri Lanka under constant pressure throughout. Mohammed Siraj’s six wickets put Sri Lanka under immense strain.
India Makes A Massive Statement With Asia Cup Title Win
India made a dramatic statement as they claimed their eighth Asia Cup title with an emphatic win in 21.3 overs, shattering Sri Lanka’s record to eight.
Sri Lanka batted first before Siraj struck with four wickets within one over after Jasprit Bhumrah had delivered a first strike off Jasprit Bhumrah’s third delivery; later he ended with six wickets before Hardik added three of his own for Sri Lanka to be bowled out quickly in 15.2 overs for 50.
Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill, India’s openers, wasted no time reaching their target in only 6.1 overs. Gill scored an unbeaten 27 with six fours, while Ishan did not out off 18 balls with three fours – both impressive performances at such short notice ahead of a World Cup event that begins shortly. India will hope to build on it and try to improve.
INDIA WIN RECORD RETAIL 8TH ASIA CUP WITH 10-WICKET WIN
Its Indian Performance Was Sensational; They Chased down 51 runs in just 6.1 overs to defeat Sri Lanka by 10 Wickets and win ASIA CUP 2023 In Impeccable Fashion
FOUR for Gill; Score 50/0 Within Six Overs To Chase 51 Runs
Scores are even and India needs one run to win. Dunith Wellalage remains in the game and has only allowed one run from his five initial deliveries; Shubman Gill smashed through the covers to score four runs off five deliveries and now has 5 total runs scored against him.
Ishan and Gill both score boundaries; India Reaches 45/0 After Five Overs To Chase 51 Runs For Victory
India is now on the brink of winning this tournament! Matheesha Pathirana returns from her rest with one hit away from taking it all. Ishan Kishan drives over point for four from Matheesha Pathirana’s full toss; similarly, Shubman Gill was hit for 11 runs off another low full toss from her. India needs six runs more for victory.
Live Score and Asia Cup Final Updates 2023: KL Rahul Wants Similar Bowling At the World Cup
KL Rahul of India gave credit for India’s Asia Cup 2023 win to their bowlers and said the team hopes for similar performances from them at the ODI World Cup 2023. India and Sri Lanka clashed live, in the Asia Cup Final. Ishan hit the winning run, with India lifting their second Asia Cup trophy in 2023!
Live IND-SL Match Results: “Match is over in an instant!”
It was over in an instant. Nothing could have gone better; Bumrah started off well while Siraj excelled – his team put in a great effort. Hardik took three wickets while all bowlers displayed exceptional skills; we are confident that everyone will get a chance to showcase their abilities; Shardul Thakur said “Whenever I play, I will strive to contribute towards my team.
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