Super Over Was an Option in 1st IND vs SL ODI, Sri Lanka Cricket Official Says
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Sri Lanka defeated India by 32 runs in the second ODI of their three-match series, taking a 1-0 lead.
In the first ODI, both teams finished with 230 runs each, resulting in a tie. However, there was no Super Over to determine the winner.
A Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) official has now confirmed that a Super Over could have been conducted in the first ODI according to ICC playing conditions.
Additionally, an ICC official has stated that a Super Over will be used if there is another tie in the ODI series.
What Happened in the 1st ODI?
Sri Lanka faced a challenging situation in the first ODI, but half-centuries from Pathum Nissanka and Dunith Wellalage helped them reach a respectable total of 230 runs in their 50 overs. In reply, India was bowled out for 230 runs.
Excerpt: The first ODI between India and Sri Lanka ended in a tie and no super over took place.
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