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India target series win against under-pressure Sri Lanka

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December 26, 2025

Two matches, two big wins.

India have stamped their authority on the series, outclassing Sri Lanka across departments. On both occasions, the top order has taken control of modest chases set up by a ruthless bowling unit picking up wickets in clusters. After a few lapses in the field in the opening T20I, India tightened up in the second, leaving little room for error.Sri Lanka, clearly, have found the going tough. While a handful of batters managed to get starts in both games, there was a visible lack of intent resulting in sub-130 totals. Their bowlers, too, struggled to extract help from the surface with dew not helping matters. With several changes made to the squad and several youngsters drafted in, this series marks a phase of transition for Sri Lanka. The onus is now on the new faces to seize their opportunities and push their case ahead of next year's T20 World Cup starting June 12.

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