Thakur's four limits Sri Lanka to 152 in rain-hit match

March 12, 2018 22:08

SL 152-9 (19 ovs) vs India | Scorecard

Pacer Shardul Thakur claimed four wickets to restrict Sri Lanka to 152 for nine in the rain-hit match.

The match was reduced to 19-overs a side after a delay of 65 minutes because of rain before India won the toss and elected to bowl.

Kusal Mendis gave Sri Lanka a flying start despite early wickets as he stroked a quickfire 55 from 38 balls.

However, pacer Thakur lead India's strong comeback as he bagged four for 27, while Washington Sundar picked up two for 21.

Sri Lanka looked well placed at one stage on 108 for three in 11 overs, before losing their way as they lost six wickets for 44 runs in the last eight overs.

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