third ODI: Asalanka, Theekshana star in low-scorer as Sri Lanka beat South Africa to clinch sequence

Defending a small goal of 204, Sri Lankan bowlers got here to the fore as soon as once more to bowl out South Africa for 125 in 30 overs to win their first ODI sequence in 18 months. The third ODI was the one low-scoring match within the sequence which noticed over 400 runs being scored within the first two video games (AFP Photo)HIGHLIGHTSSri Lanka (203 for 9) beat South Africa (125) by 78 runs within the third ODISri Lanka’s final ODI sequence win got here towards the West Indies in March final 12 monthsSri Lanka and South Africa will now play a sequence of three T20Is in Colombo from Sept. 10Sri Lanka rode on an all-round efficiency from Charith Asalanka and their spinners to beat South Africa by 78 runs within the third one-day worldwide in Colombo and clinch the sequence 2-1 on Tuesday.

Defending a small goal of 204, the Lankan spinners got here to the fore as soon as once more to bowl out the Proteas for 125 in 30 overs to win their first ODI sequence in 18 months.Maheesh Theekshana was the standout bowler with figures of 4 for 37 whereas Wanindu Hasaranga and Dushmantha Chameera bagged a few wickets every.SL vs SA third ODI: Highlights”It’s been hard, we haven’t won a series at home for the last few years, so this counts a lot. The boys played really well, so lots more series win to come hopefully.”We knew the toss wil play a significant function within the sport so successful the toss had a great affect on the match. First I believed 230 can be a perfect rating on this pitch, however 200 additionally turned out to be an excellent whole,” Lankan skipper Dasun Shanaka said before going on to praise Theekshana.”Theekshana was our trump card. He’s extra of a T20 bowler however I used him correctly on this match. He’s an actual prospect going ahead.”Earlier, Sri Lanka posted 203 for 9 on the board after opting to bat first with Charith Asalanka (47), Dhananjaya de Silva (31) and Dushmantha Chameera (29) making telling contributions to their total.”I feel the bowlers did a extremely good job. Yes it was gradual and turning however the boys did effectively. Obviously the batting did not go in response to plan however full credit score to Sri Lanka.”The first two games, the approach was pleasing and positive. Today our plans weren’t up to scratch, but lots of positives to take.”We’ve acquired a couple of of our senior gamers again for the T20Is so hopefully that’ll give us the enhance we want,” Keshav Maharaj, who picked 3 wickets within the match and was captain of South Africa within the ultimate two ODIs, mentioned after the match.Click right here for IndiaToday.in’s full protection of the coronavirus pandemic.