India secured a spot in the 2023 World Cup semi-finals after defeating Sri Lanka by 302 runs, with the Lankans collapsing to a mere 55 runs.
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The South Africa debacle in 2012
In 2012, Sri Lanka faced a similar fate against South Africa, scoring only 43 runs in response to the host's 301/8. It is Lanka's lowest score in ODI cricket.
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Asia Cup 2023 collapse
The Asia Cup 2023 final saw Sri Lanka crumble to just 50 runs, with Mohammed Siraj taking 6/21 for India. It was a shambolic performance for SL in Colombo.
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India's dominance overSL in ODI WC
Despite their previous performances in the World Cup, SL failed to improve their record against India as their batting faltered once again.
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1986 Champions Trophy
In the 1986 Champions Trophy, Sri Lanka managed only 55 runs against West Indies' 248/5, with Courtney Walsh claiming 5/1. The pacer claimed three maidens in his 4.3 overs.
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The 2014 England tour
Lastly, during their 2014 tour of England, SL's batting faltered, resulting in a total of 67 runs and a heavy defeat. Chris Jordan claimed a fifer as England won by 10 wickets.