IND vs SL 3rd T20I 2024 Preview: Likely Playing XIs, Key Battles, H2H and More About India vs Sri Lanka Cricket Match in Kandy

Sri Lanka batters tried to battle it out but were unable to face the ruthless bowling attack of India in the 2nd T20I. Kusal Perera was the top contributor as he scored 53 runs. Ravi Bishnoi shut down Sri Lanka's batting lineup after taking a three-wicket haul. Arshdeep Singh, Axar Patel and Hardik Pandya scalped a couple of wickets each.

Indian Cricketers Celebrating (Photo Credit: X/@JayShah)

The India National Cricket Team have already named the three-match T20I series to themselves after they won the 2nd match of the series. The Sri Lanka National Cricket Team's efforts were not enough as they are going to lose yet another series on their home turf and the rivals are none other than the T20 World Champions, India. Sri Lanka started well in the IND vs SL 2nd T20I as they were sent to bat first by India. Former Team India Head Coach Rahul Dravid Defends USA Leg of ICC T20 World Cup 2024, Says ‘10:30am Starts Were Fine’

Batting first, Sri Lanka scored 161/9 in 20 overs. Sri Lanka batters tried to battle it out but were unable to face the ruthless bowling attack of India. Kusal Perera was the top contributor as he scored 53 runs. Ravi Bishnoi shut down Sri Lanka's batting lineup after taking a three-wicket haul. Arshdeep Singh, Axar Patel and Hardik Pandya scalped a couple of wickets each.

After India came out to bat, the rain came in to play a spoilsport and the game was reduced to 8 overs and India were asked to chase a target of 78 runs in 8 overs. After Yashasvi Jaiswal's fine start for India yet again, Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya were other significant contributors in India's 7-wicket win over Sri Lanka in the 2nd T20I. With this one Suryakumar Yadav and Co have sealed the series for themselves and will be looking for a whitewash. From Shahid Afridi to Moeen Ali, A Look at Cricket Players Who Reversed Their Retirement.

IND vs SL Head-to-Head Record in T20I Matches

India and Sri Lanka have been against each other a total of 30 times in the shortest format in which India has grabbed dominating 21 wins and Sri Lanka have won 9 matches.

IND vs SL 3rd T20I 2024 Key Players

Yashasvi Jaiswal
Pathum Nissanka
Suryakumar Yadav
Kusal Perera
Hardik Pandya
Matheesa Pathirana

IND vs SL 3rd T20I 2024 Key Battles

The key battles in the IND vs SL 3rd T20I 2024 match will see Yashasvi Jaiswal taking on the bowlers of Sri Lanka. Other than this battle, it will be interesting to see the battle between Suryakumar Yadav and Matheesha Pathirana.

IND vs SL 3rd T20I 2024 Venue and Match Timing

India National Cricket Team vs Sri Lanka National Cricket Team 3rd match in a three-match T20I series will be played at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy on July 30 (Tuesday). The IND vs SL game has a scheduled start time of 7:00 PM IST (Indian Standard Time). For IND vs SL match viewing options scroll down.

IND vs SL 3rd T20I 2024 Live Telecast and Online Streaming

Sony Sports Network is the official broadcaster of the India vs Sri Lanka T20I series in India and will telecast the match live on its channels, Fans can tune into Sony Sports 5/HD for English commentary and Sony Sports 3/HD for Hindi commentary. The IND vs SL will also be available on Sony Sports 4/HD Tamil and Telegu TV channels. For the IND vs SL, live-streaming viewing option fans can tune into the SonyLIV app and website.

IND vs SL 3rd T20I 2024 Likely Playing XI

India National Cricket Team: Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Rishabh Pant (wk), Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Ravi Bishnoi, Mohammed Siraj

Sri Lanka National Cricket Team: Avishka Fernando, Charith Asalanka (c), Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera, Pathum Nissanka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Dilshan Madushanka, Dushmantha Chameera, Dasun Shanaka

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jul 29, 2024 02:29 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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