SL lose 5th wicket as India's bowlers fight back
March 06, 2018  22:04


SL 137-4 (15 ovs) vs India 174-5 | Scorecard

A big vote of confidence for pacer Thakur, who went for 27 runs in his first over, as he is brought back into the attack.

He makes a good comeback, giving away just five runs in his second over as India look to ramp up the pressure with some tight bowling.

Sri Lanka need 43 runs from six overs for victory as Chahal comes back, to bowl his fourth and final over.

He makes the crucial breakthrough with the wicket of the inexperienced Tharanga, who attempts the slog sweep but misses and is bowled for 17.

Thisara Perera smashes the last ball straight back but Chahal is unable to hold on to a sharp chance.

Just five runs from the over as Chahal finishes with two for 37 in his four overs.

Sri Lanka have scored just 16 runs from the last three overs while losing two wickets to reach 137 for five in 15 overs, needing 38 from the last five overs for victory.
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