On 12 December 2009, the Indian cricket team achieved a thrilling victory in a One Day International (ODI) match against Sri Lanka at Mohali, Punjab.
Sri Lanka’s Innings: Sri Lanka batted first and scored 206 runs for 7 wickets in their allotted 50 overs. It was a modest total, but the Sri Lankan team was able to build partnerships in difficult conditions.
India’s Chase: India successfully chased down the target of 207 runs in 48.2 overs, finishing with 211 for 4 wickets. This was an exciting chase, and the Indian team managed to achieve the target with a bit of effort, but ultimately controlled the game.
- Sri Lanka’s Batting:
Sri Lanka posted a total of 206/7, which was considered a defendable score at that time.
Muttiah Muralitharan, one of Sri Lanka’s legendary bowlers, played a role in restricting the Indian side with his skill and experience.
- India’s Successful Chase:
India reached 211/4, winning by 6 wickets. The key to their victory was the steady batting throughout the chase, with several important contributions from the middle order.
Suresh Raina was one of the standout performers, providing crucial runs to help India reach the target.
Suresh Raina played a key role in guiding India across the line with his crucial innings during the chase.
The Indian bowlers, especially in the second innings, provided enough support to restrict Sri Lanka’s progress and put pressure on their batsmen.
Indian Win: The victory in 2009 at Mohali was a well-earned win for India in this particular ODI. The match was a close encounter, showcasing India’s ability to chase down a modest target and handle the pressure in the middle overs.
Team Performance: The performance in this match reflected India’s balanced strength in both batting and bowling, and the ability to adapt to different match situations.
