The India-Sri Lanka series has been a cracker delivering edge-of-the-seat action that’s only intensifying as we approach the business end. With the penultimate match on the horizon it’s all at a stalemate after a dramatic tie in the first ODI – a rarity in the 50-over format. Sure you all must have chewed up all your nails in the first ODI that went down to the wire. It was a throwback to the golden era of 50-over cricket reminiscent of the late 90s and early 2000s.
It was a classic slugfest that would have cricket purists purring with delight. Gone were the modern-day expectations of 300-plus totals and batters dominating throughout. Instead we were treated to a good old-fashioned dogfight with Sri Lanka scrapping their way to a modest 230-odd total before digging deep to defend it with every ounce of their resolve. This match was a refreshing reminder of the tactical chess that once defined ODI cricket.
It was all about building innings patiently valuing wickets and then unleashing a bowling attack with a never-say-die attitude. The spin quartet’s stranglehold on the Indian batting lineup marked back to the days when spinners were often game-changers in the subcontinent. For many seasoned observers felt like a return to the ‘standard operating procedure’ of yesteryears a low-scoring thriller where every run was fought for and every wicket celebrated like gold dust.
It was a stark contrast to the run-fests we’ve become accustomed to proving that there’s still room for the ‘old school’ approach in modern-day ODI cricket. While the Lankans may have stumbled in the T20Is and their batting has been hit-and-miss through and through their bowling attack came to the party in style even in the first ODI. The spin quartet of Akila Hasaranga Wellalage and Asalanka have been particularly impressive weaving a web around.
The Indian batters and proving instrumental in snatching that unlikely tie after putting up a sub-par total on the board. But that’s yesterday’s news. As we look ahead to the second ODI Sri Lanka’s batting woes loom large like dark clouds over Colombo. It’s been a case of too many passengers and not enough drivers in their batting lineup. Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis have been carrying the batting burden. Charith Asalanka the usual southpaw with the bat.
Has traded his heroics with the ball but the team would expect him to cover the lapses with the bat as well. Dunith Wellalage has been impressive with the bat as well – his contribution of 67 runs really bailed Sri Lanka out of a precarious position and he has also given positive returns with the ball. All in all if Sri Lankan batting overcomes struggles they are really a side to beat. On the other hand Indian batting has been reinforced with seniors Rohit Kohli.
KL Rahul who will play a pivotal role in holding the top and middle order along with others like did. However the finishers need to up their game and finish the job responsibly. The Indian think tank now faces some delicious selection dilemmas. With game-changers like Rishabh Pant and Riyan Parag warming the bench there’s a possibility of a shake-up in the playing XI. Who makes way if at all will be a topic of hot debate in cricketing circles. While the bowling looks sorted out.
With almost everyone chipping in with crucial scalps. Even on days when one bowler might be having off day others have stepped up to maintain the pressure. As we head into the second ODI both teams have their tasks cut out. Sri Lanka will be looking to build on their spirited performance while India will be eager to flex their batting muscle and level the series. It’s all set up for another cracking contest in this enthralling subcontinental battle at the iconic R. Premadasa!
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