The Indian team got their first victory in this Commonwealth Bank Series by defeating Sri Lanka by four wickets. The victory was not as easy though. But some all-round play by Ashwin and wonderful batting from Kohli secured the win for Team India.
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Sri Lanka won the toss and chose to bat first. The Sri Lankan team completed their innings at 233/8. The Indian team had a target of 234. It looked easy enough till they lost their opener Sehwag quite early in the match. Kohli, however allowed the Indian team to reach close to their victory before being run-out. Ashwin and Jadeja then finished the job. Ashwin was awarded player of the match.
With this victory, India got 4 points. Now India and Australia have both got 1 victory each in the series. The next match will be held between Australia and Sri Lanka in Feb 10, at Perth.
MATCH SUMMARY:
Sri Lankan Innings: 233/8 (50 Overs)
Batting: Chandimal 64, Dilshan 48, Mathews 33*
Bowling: Ashwin 3-32, Zaheer 2-44
Indian Innings: 234/6 (46.4 Overs)
Batting: Kohli 77, Tendulkar 48, Ashwin 30*
Bowling: Mathews 2-31
India win by 4 wickets.
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