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Decoding Sri Lanka's lowest ODI totals

By Rajdeep Saha

1

55 vs India in the 2023 World Cup

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.

2

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. 

3

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. 

4

India's dominance over SL 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. 

5

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. 

6

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.

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