After the Islanders stunned the two-time world champions in the second one-day international of the three-match series on Sunday in Colombo, India failed to win the series for the first time since December 1997. Jeffrey Vandersay, who just made the playing XI for Sri Lanka after Wanindu Hasaranga caused a hamstring injury, picked a record six-wicket take to crease India for 208 in their pursuit of 241 to take an unassailable 1-0 lead in the series.
DRS Incident In India vs Sri Lanka Match of Virat’s Wicket
In the fifteenth over of the innings, former captain Virat Kohli was involved in a DRS incident that occurred during India’s chase. In the last ball, Kohli hoped to work the off-break from Akila Dananjaya down the leg side off the back foot, however, the ball beat within edge and struck his cushions.
The home team launched into a loud appeal, and as the umpire raised his finger, he did not hesitate to concur. However, Kohli chose a review, and the UltraEdge demonstrated a spike when the ball was close to the bat, which was sufficient for TV umpire Wilson to overturn the call.
Shocking Result Of DRS
While Sri Lankan players and Kohli both laughed when they heard the DRS result, the home team was shocked when Kusal Mendis threw his helmet to the ground in dissatisfaction and captain Charith Asalanka voiced his displeasure to the on-field umpire Raveendra Wimalasiri. Sanath Jayasuriya, interim head coach, was seen engaging in lively conversation, indicating that he was not pleased with the call.
Despite Rohit’s Batting India Lost
India captain Rohit Sharma, like in the first game of the series, laid the groundwork for the chase with a fiery 44-ball 64 while putting together a 97-run partnership with opener Shubman Gill. Vandersay, on the other hand, caused a terrible collapse for India by taking six wickets in 58 balls to leave them reeling at 147 for six in 23.1 overs.
