One day test for India against Sri Lanka India's 27-year winning streak ends in a shocking collapse.

Mohammad Siraj looks disappointed after India lost the first ODI against Sri Lanka

Mohammad Siraj 

Dejected After India's Second ODI Defeat Against Sri Lanka

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One day test for India against Sri Lanka India's 27-year winning streak ends in a shocking collapse. Mohammad Siraj looks disappointed after India lost the first ODI against Sri Lanka Mohammad Siraj Dejected After India's Second ODI Defeat Against Sri Lanka India scored 208 runs in the cricket match against Sri Lanka and they lost by 32 runs. The defeat marked an unlikely alliance for the Indian team, snapping a 27-year winning streak of bilateral ODI victories against Sri Lanka, which ended with at least one match. India have won 11 consecutive bilateral encounters against Sri Lanka since 1997. However, with this latest setback, the best one can hope for is a 1-1 run.

 This unexpected territory comes as a start for Gautam Gambhir, who has taken over the role of India's head coach. A clean sweep of the T20Is with a 3-0 win, Sri Lanka, however, have seen the Indian batting line-up find their rhythm in the first two ODIs. India had previously done so in 2006 with a series in which all three ODIs were somehow rained out. However, the defeat was more a result of on-field performance than external circumstances. 

 India vs Sri Lanka: ODI Highlights Opting to bat first, Sri Lanka were able to post a total of 240, thanks in large part to a crucial 72-run stand between lower order batsmen Dunit Vellalage and Kamindu Mendis. In reply, India got off to a flying start with a 97-run opening partnership, with Rohit Sharma scoring a blistering 64 off 44 balls. However, the momentum changed dramatically as India faced a severe batting collapse. They were in a precarious position at 147/6 for 6 for 50. Notable players like Shivam Dubey and KL Rahul were dismissed while Virat Kohli contributed 14 runs off 19 balls. Batting at number 5, Axar Patel tried to build the innings with a steady 44 off 44 balls. Despite his efforts, he was horrendous after his dismissal, leaving India at 185/7. The Sri Lankan bowling attack led by leg-spinner Geoffrey Vandersay took 6 crucial wickets of the Indian team. 

Played a major role. It should be noted that India cannot chase the target. This defeat not only put an end to their winning streak but also raised concerns about their performance in the upcoming matches. The team will need to regroup now and strategize openly if they are to aim to regain their dominance in future encounters. India's much-anticipated series win against Sri Lanka has shaken its long-standing dominance in bilateral one-day cricket. With the start of Gautam Gambhir's coaching tenure, the team has to face the challenge of reinventing their strategy and finding ways to restore their strong form on the international stage. They will no doubt focus on the batting issues that led to this defeat for the next series.