• Riyan Parag took his maiden ODI wicket for India in the final game of the three match-series against Sri Lanka.

  • Sri Lanka posted 248/7 on board after elected to bat first.

SL vs IND [WATCH]: Riyan Parag picks his maiden ODI wicket by dismissing Avishka Fernando
Riyan Parag takes his maiden wicket (Image Source: X)

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In the final game of the ongoing three match ODI series between Sri Lanka and India, Riyan Parag grabbed his maiden ODI wicket as he dismissed Avishka Fernando who scored well made 96 runs off 102 balls.

Riyan Parag’s maiden ODI wicket

On the third delivery of the 36th over, Parag delivered a well-placed leg-spinner that failed to turn, deceiving Fernando. Expecting the ball to spin, Fernando was caught off guard and struck on the pad in front of the stumps. Although the umpire’s decision was out, Fernando opted against reviewing it. Ultimately, he fell just short of a century, concluding his innings with a commendable 96 runs from 102 balls, featuring 9 fours and 2 sixes. His teammates and coach rose from the dugout to give a standing ovation, acknowledging his courageous and remarkable effort.

Here is the video:

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Sri Lanka’s innings while opting to bat first

Earlier, winning the toss, Sri Lanka opted to bat first against India. Openers Pathum Nissanka and Avishka gave their team a strong start, putting on 89 runs before Nissanka was dismissed by Axar Patel. Fernando then stepped up and provided crucial runs, inching closer to a century before falling to Parag. Sri Lanka concluded their innings at 248/7 after their allotted 50 overs, with Kusal Mendis contributing a solid 59 off 82 balls, including 4 fours.

For India, debutant Parag shone with the ball, claiming 3 wickets in his 9-over spell. Mohammad Siraj, Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, and Kuldeep Yadav each took one wicket, collectively restricting Sri Lanka to a manageable total.

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