IND vs SL 1st ODI Highlights: Despite Shanaka's perseverance, India win big
India vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI Highlights: Sri Lanka skipper Dasun Shanaka fought a lost battle with nerve-wracking perseverance. But it was never going to be enough as India won the match by 67 runs
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Dasun Shanaka (Right) hit his second ODI century even as Sri Lanka fell short by 67 runs in the first IND vs SL ODI in Guwahati. Photo: @ICC
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While the Sri Lankan T20I side has been competitive in the last 6-8 months, the ODI side still lacks the potential to face big sides like India. The players chosen for this series are the same that were part of the T20I side last week and hence the hope is that the same team will be played for the next 6-8 months to prepare a steady side for the World Cup.
IND vs SL 1st ODI Live Updates: Sri Lanka also looking for a settled playing 11
While the Sri Lankan T20I side has been competitive in the last 6-8 months, the ODI side still lacks the potential to face big sides like India. The players chosen for this series are the same that were part of the T20I side last week and hence the hope is that the same team will be played for the next 6-8 months to prepare a steady side for the World Cup.
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Rishabh Pant is almost ruled out. Ravindra Jadeja and Bumrah would be into the playing 11 straightaway as soon as they get fit. Apart from them, the other position of contention would of K L Rahul. Should Rahul open or play at number five or not be part of the playing 11 at all? All these questions would be answered in this series.
IND vs SL 1st ODI Live Updates: India’s playing 11 may revolve around these players
Rishabh Pant is almost ruled out. Ravindra Jadeja and Bumrah would be into the playing 11 straightaway as soon as they get fit. Apart from them, the other position of contention would of K L Rahul. Should Rahul open or play at number five or not be part of the playing 11 at all? All these questions would be answered in this series.
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The Indian side would be looking to arrive at a settled playing XI as it would be playing a lot of ODIs (12 at least) after this series. Then there is a probable Asia Cup as well. Thus, this ODI series would provide the ideal situation to try out the team that the selectors and the captain want to play for the remaining 12 ODIs and eventually arrive at the World Cup.
IND vs SL 1st ODI Live Updates: India have an eye on the World Cup
The Indian side would be looking to arrive at a settled playing XI as it would be playing a lot of ODIs (12 at least) after this series. Then there is a probable Asia Cup as well. Thus, this ODI series would provide the ideal situation to try out the team that the selectors and the captain want to play for the remaining 12 ODIs and eventually arrive at the World Cup.
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Welcome to the live coverage of the first ODI between India and Sri Lanka
Hello and welcome to the live coverage of the first ODI between India and Sri Lanka. The match is being played at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, Assam. Stay tuned to Business-Standard for all the crucial updates from the game.
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First Published: Jan 10 2023 | 12:43 PM IST
