Sri Lanka Masters, captained by Kumar Sangakkara, secured an impressive three-wicket victory over Australia Masters in the ongoing Masters League tournament in India yesterday.
Winning the toss, Australia Masters opted to bat first and put up a formidable total of 217/4 in 20 overs. Their innings was powered by solid performances from their top-order batsmen, with aggressive stroke play and consistent partnerships ensuring a challenging target for Sri Lanka.
In response, Sri Lanka Masters got off to a shaky start but found stability through Upul Tharanga, who played a match-winning knock, scoring a magnificent 102 runs off just 54 balls. His innings was laced with boundaries and well-timed strokes, showcasing his experience and class.
Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, Sri Lanka Masters kept up with the required run rate. Valuable contributions from the middle order and a composed finish in the final overs ensured they reached the target, scoring 222/7 in 19.2 overs to claim victory.
This win strengthens Sri Lanka Masters’ campaign in the tournament, with Tharanga’s century standing out as one of the best performances so far. The team will look to carry this momentum into their upcoming matches.
