Within the 14th match of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023, Australia secured a convincing victory over Sri Lanka on the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on Monday. Sri Lanka gained the toss and elected to bat, setting a goal of 210 runs for the Australians to chase.
Zampa shines to limit Sri Lanka at a below-par complete
Sri Lanka’s batting effort was anchored by Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Perera, who contributed considerably to their crew’s complete. Nissanka top-scored with a strong 61 runs off 67 balls, whereas Perera performed a commanding innings of 78 runs off 82 deliveries.
Nevertheless, the remainder of the Sri Lankan batting lineup struggled to make a major impression, ensuing of their innings coming to a detailed at 209 runs.
Australia’s bowling unit displayed a powerful efficiency, with Adam Zampa being the standout bowler. He claimed 4 wickets for 47 runs in his eight overs, contributing considerably to the Australian effort.
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Marsh, Inglis assist Australia safe first win
Australia’s response was swift and composed, as they reached the goal with 5 wickets in hand. Mitchell Marsh carried out properly for Australia, notching 52 runs off 51 balls, ably supported by Josh Inglis (58 runs off 59 balls) and Glenn Maxwell (31 runs off 21 balls).
Sri Lanka’s Dilshan Madushanka was the choose of the bowlers for the island nation, taking three wickets for 38 runs in his 9 overs. Nevertheless, Australia maintained their composure and reached the goal in 35.2 overs, securing a five-wicket victory.
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Right here is how Twitter reacted:
Australia bounce again after timid outings. A a lot wanted win!!👏🏾 Spectacular 50s by Mitch Marsh and Josh Inglis. @Gmaxi_32’s late surge will certainly profit their NRR.💪🏾#CWC23 #AUSvSL
— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) October 16, 2023
Most wins in opposition to an opponent Opponent within the ICC Cricket World Cup:
Australia Vs Sri Lanka – 9. pic.twitter.com/zyiIXGHNlt
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) October 16, 2023
Australia wanted a robust batting efficiency earlier than their huge sport in opposition to Pakistan. Would have favored Warner and Smith to get extra time however Marsh was wanting very harmful. The type of Inglis an enormous plus. After an insipid begin, the bowlers wanted to return again and so they did…
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) October 16, 2023
First win for Pat Cummins as a captain in World Cup……!!!!! pic.twitter.com/RdF6ihjzVp
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) October 16, 2023
An emphatic win in Lucknow helps Australia open their account within the #CWC23 🤩#AUSvSL 📝: https://t.co/TJ914krjY9 pic.twitter.com/T16ZJF2qa0
— ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) October 16, 2023
Australia have overwhelmed Sri Lanka in #ODIWorldCup2023 #AUSvSL Scorecard: https://t.co/UfSwB4VVPM #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/qra5tcAKqp
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) October 16, 2023
Australia get their first win of #CWC23, with 14.4 overs to spare!
SL have 3 losses in a row#AUSvSL
— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA) October 16, 2023
That’ll do! Stoinis finishes with a six as Australia seize their first victory of #CWC23
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) October 16, 2023
Sri Lanka not solely misplaced the match, however misplaced their backside bro immediately. 💔 pic.twitter.com/RkLoaBc5HS
— Foolish Level (@FarziCricketer) October 16, 2023
Sri Lanka:
125 for 0 from 21.3 overs209 all out from 43.3 overs
84 for 10 in 22 overs#AUSvSL #CWC23
— Saj Sadiq (@SajSadiqCricket) October 16, 2023
Australia lastly open their account in CWC 2023 by beating Sri Lanka by 5 wicketsSL undergo their third misplaced in a row#AUSvsSL #AUSvSL pic.twitter.com/vwI69JvGo2
— Kapil (@kapilcool07) October 16, 2023
