Sri Lanka clinched a commanding 5-wicket victory over West Indies within the second ODI, held on the Pallekele Worldwide Cricket Stadium on Wednesday.
West Indies Innings
After successful the toss, Sri Lanka elected to bowl first, a choice that shortly paid off. West Indies struggled towards the disciplined Sri Lankan bowling assault, managing to put up solely 189 runs earlier than being bowled out in 36 overs.
Sherfane Rutherford supplied the spine to the West Indies innings with a combating knock of 80 off 82 balls, together with 7 fours and 4 sixes. Gudakesh Motie contributed a worthwhile 50 off 61 balls decrease down the order, however the remainder of the batting lineup did not help these efforts.
For Sri Lanka, Maheesh Theekshana was the star with the ball, taking 3 wickets for simply 25 runs in his 9 overs. Asitha Fernando additionally impressed, choosing up 3 wickets for 35 runs in his 7 overs. Nevertheless, Wanindu Hasaranga induced the utmost injury, taking 4 wickets for 40 runs in his 8 overs, stifling the West Indian center order.
Sri Lanka Innings
Chasing a modest goal of 190, Sri Lanka’s high order was initially shaky however managed to recuperate effectively, securing the win in 38.2 overs with 5 wickets in hand. Nishan Madushka set the tone for the chase with a gradual 38 off 44 balls, whereas Sadeera Samarawickrama matched him with an equivalent rating of 38 off 50 deliveries.
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The standout efficiency got here from Charith Asalanka, who anchored the innings with an excellent 62 not out off 61 balls, putting 7 fours and 1 six. His calm presence on the crease ensured Sri Lanka remained on observe regardless of shedding wickets at common intervals. Janith Liyanage additionally performed an important function with 24 off 34 balls to help Asalanka and information Sri Lanka in the direction of victory.
For the West Indies, Alzarri Joseph was the choose of the bowlers, taking 2 wickets for 30 runs in his 6 overs, but it surely was not sufficient to cease the Sri Lankan batters from chasing down the goal.
Participant of the Match
Maheesh Theekshana was named Participant of the Match for his excellent bowling efficiency that arrange the victory for Sri Lanka.
With this win, Sri Lanka have now taken a 2-0 lead within the sequence, having received the primary ODI by 5 wickets by way of the DLS methodology. The third and remaining ODI shall be performed on Saturday, October 26, on the identical venue, the place Sri Lanka will intention for a clear sweep, whereas West Indies will search for redemption.
