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Suthar's spin steers India to 165-run win over Sri Lanka
✍️ Ahmedabad Mirror
🗓 21 Aug 2026, 08:34 AM
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All-rounder Suthar’s effective spin bowling helped India post a massive total and defeat Sri Lanka by 165 runs.
India secured a dominant victory over Sri Lanka, winning by 165 runs in a One Day International match. The Indian side posted a formidable total, bolstered by key contributions from the middle order. All-rounder Suthar delivered a spell of spin that restricted the Sri Lankan chase, taking crucial wickets at regular intervals.
Suthar’s figures reflected both control and penetration, as he claimed several top-order dismissals that halted any momentum Sri Lanka tried to build. His variations in flight and pace proved decisive on a pitch that offered moderate assistance to spinners.
The win further cements India’s strong position in the series, highlighting the depth of its bowling attack and the impact of emerging talent like Suthar. Sri Lanka will need to regroup ahead of their next fixture, focusing on countering spin in similar conditions.
Post‑match, the Indian camp praised the collective effort, noting that the team's balanced performance across batting and bowling was key to the large margin of victory.
Suthar’s figures reflected both control and penetration, as he claimed several top-order dismissals that halted any momentum Sri Lanka tried to build. His variations in flight and pace proved decisive on a pitch that offered moderate assistance to spinners.
The win further cements India’s strong position in the series, highlighting the depth of its bowling attack and the impact of emerging talent like Suthar. Sri Lanka will need to regroup ahead of their next fixture, focusing on countering spin in similar conditions.
Post‑match, the Indian camp praised the collective effort, noting that the team's balanced performance across batting and bowling was key to the large margin of victory.