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India as Sri Lanka go 1-0 up :Vandersay six-fer stuns break indian line-up

In the thrilling second ODI, Sri Lanka secured a remarkable 32-run victory over India, seizing a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. This triumph shattered India's phenomenal streak of 11 consecutive bilateral ODI series wins against Sri Lanka, a remarkable run dating back to December 1997.

Sri Lanka, after opting to bat first, initially struggled at 136/6 before a remarkable revival led by Dunith Wellalage and Kamindu Mendis, who together added a crucial 72 runs for the seventh wicket. Their resilience propelled the team to a challenging total of 240/9 on a testing pitch at the iconic R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, marking the 150th ODI at the venue.

India, having fallen short in their pursuit of 231 runs in the previous match, faced an even greater challenge, with a 10-run higher target on a slower pitch. Unsurprisingly, Rohit Sharma displayed an explosive innings, achieving a 29-ball fifty, his fourth within the first 10 overs of an ODI, showcasing India's formidable intent.