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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