The story was the same for Indian batters throughout the ODI series, as they fell short against Sri Lanka spinners while chasing a target between 240-250 runs.
With the dominating victory, the hosts won the series 2-0 against Rohit Sharma's Men in Blue. This is the first time in the past 27 years that Sri Lanka won a series over India.
Charith Asalanka-led Sri Lanka won the toss and decided to bat against Rohit Sharma's India in the second ODI match of the series at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Sunday.
Following the match performance against India in the 1st ODI, Sri Lanka all-rounder Dunith Wellalage opened up on the reason behind his magnificent batting on Friday.
Assistant coach Naveed Nawaz doesn't feel that Sri Lanka cricket is going through a decline but their recent performance is a cause of concern after their 302-run defeat to India in the ongoing World Cup on Thursday at the Wankhede Stadium.
"I would like to thank the fans who came in numbers, really sorry that we disappointed you. We as cricketers really love you. And congratulations to the Indian team for the brand of cricket they're playing," Dasun Shanaka said in a post-match presentation.
Charith Asalanka with ice in his veins sealed Sri Lanka's date with India in the Asia Cup 2023 final after clinching a two-wicket victory in a nerve-cracking chase against Pakistan on Thursday at the R Premadasa Stadium.
Left-arm orthodox spinner Dunith Wellalage registered names in the golden history of Sri Lanka cricket against India in the Asia Cup Super Four clash on Tuesday.
The series will see the return of captain Rohit Sharma, who has been out of action after sustaining a finger injury during the second ODI against Bangladesh.