India Takes Control of ODI Series with Convincing Win

India bounced back from their loss in the first ODI to beat Sri Lanka by 7 wickets in the second ODI. Batting first, Sri Lanka were restricted to 252 runs, thanks to some tight bowling from the Indian bowlers. Kuldeep Yadav was the pick of the bowlers, taking 3 wickets for 30 runs.

In reply, India chased down the target with ease, thanks to a fine batting performance from KL Rahul. Rahul scored 64* off 79 balls, and he was well supported by Shreyas Iyer, who scored 38. India reached the target in just 43.2 overs.

With this win, India has taken a 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series. The third and final ODI will be played on July 1 at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack.

Here are some additional details about the match:India's top three batsmen all scored half-centuries: 
  • Rahul (64*), Iyer (38), and Suryakumar Yadav (36).
  • Sri Lanka's best batsman was Nuwanidu Fernando, who scored 50.
  • Kuldeep Yadav was the most economical bowler for India, giving away just 30 runs in his 10 overs.
  • The match was played on a good batting surface, and the total of 252 was a competitive one.
  • India's victory was a complete team performance, and they will be confident of winning the series in Cuttack.