• India defeated Sri Lanka by 41 runs in their Super 4 clash at Asia Cup 2023.

  • Following the game, internet was filled with comical memes.

Comic Gold: Most amusing memes from India versus Sri Lanka Super 4 showdown in Asia Cup 2023
Top memes from IND-SL Asia Cup 2023 clash (Image Source: Twitter)

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As the sun set on the R.Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, the clash between India and Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 match not only produced thrilling cricket but also gave birth to a plethora of memes that had fans in splits.

Dunith Wellalage destroys Indian batting

India won the toss and chose to bat, but their innings was a rollercoaster ride. Rohit Sharma‘s brilliant 53 off 48 balls, featuring 7 fours and 2 sixes, was a standout performance. However, the Indian team was eventually bowled out for 213 runs in 49.1 overs.

Shubman Gill (19), Virat Kohli (3), Ishan Kishan (33), KL Rahul (39), and Axar Patel (26) made noteworthy contributions. The Sri Lankan bowlers, led by Dunith Wellalage performed exceptionally well. Wellalage destroyed the Indian top order and ended up bagging a sensational five-wicket haul (5/40). Similarly, Charith Asalanka (4/18) also turned the heat with spectacular support.

Indian bowlers keep Sri Lanka batters at bay

Sri Lanka faced a paltry target of 214 runs but their top-order batters couldn’t convert their starts into substantial scores. Dhananjaya de Silva top-scored for Sri Lanka with 41 runs off 66 balls. Wellalage, who shined with the ball, played a crucial knock, scoring 42 runs off 46 balls, including 3 fours and 1 six.

However, Sri Lanka were eventually bowled out for 172 runs in 41.3 overs, falling short by 41 runs. Kuldeep Yadav impressed again with his splendid bowling. The left-arm chinaman bagged 4 wickets for 43 runs in 9.3 overs.

Also WATCH: Fans engage in physical altercation after India thrash Sri Lanka in Super 4 clash – Asia Cup 2023

Memes take centre stage

While the cricketing action on the field unfolded, an equally fierce battle was raging in the digital world. Memes inspired by the India versus Sri Lanka clash began flooding social media platforms. These memes captured everything from on-field dramatics to off-field antics, highlighting the wit and humor of fans.

Some memes hilariously depicted the nail-biting moments during the match, while others poked fun at players’ expressions and gestures. The memes created a light-hearted atmosphere, providing comic relief for cricket enthusiasts.

Also WATCH: Kuldeep Yadav’s staggering delivery sends Matheesha Pathirana packing – IND vs SL, Asia Cup 2023

Here are some of the funniest memes:

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