Sri Lanka Masters triumphed over South Africa Masters in the IML T20 2025, winning by seven wickets. Key performances from Asela Gunaratne and Chinthaka Jayasinghe, who both scored fifties, enabled Sri Lanka to chase down 181 runs in just 17.2 overs. Hashim Amla provided the backbone for South Africa with his 76 runs, but it wasn’t sufficient to secure a win.
In a thrilling match at the DY Patil Stadium, Sri Lanka Masters secured a seven-wicket victory over South Africa Masters in the IML T20 2025. Chasing a target of 181 runs, Sri Lanka’s Asela Gunaratne and Chinthaka Jayasinghe scored impressive fifties, leading their team to the win with an unbeaten 114-run partnership. Sri Lanka achieved their target in just 17.2 overs, marking their first win in the tournament.
The match began with South Africa Masters’ Hashim Amla displaying his batting prowess, scoring a solid 76 runs off 53 balls, including six boundaries and four sixes. His efforts set the stage for his team while helping South Africa post a total of 180 runs. Despite Amla’s contributions, wickets fell at crucial moments, hampering their progress.
Sri Lanka’s innings got off to a strong start, with Kumar Sangakkara and Upul Tharanga forming a brisk opening partnership. However, the rapid dismissal of both openers and a run-out left Sri Lanka precariously placed at 69/3. Gunaratne and Jayasinghe’s impressive batting steadied the innings, ensuring a swift completion of the chase with Gunaratne remaining not out at 59 and Jayasinghe at 51.
The quick wickets of Amla and Kallis turned the tide for Sri Lanka and marked a turning point in the match. Dane Vilas contributed a late surge of 28 runs, but it wasn’t enough to lift South Africa past a defendable total. Sri Lanka’s bowlers, particularly Chaturanga de Silva and Isuru Udana, played crucial roles in restricting South Africa’s scoring. This victory significantly boosts Sri Lanka’s position in the tournament after a narrow loss to India in their opening match.
Sri Lanka Masters achieved a significant win over South Africa Masters, showcasing their skill through strong individual performances. Gunaratne and Jayasinghe’s fifties were pivotal in turning the match in Sri Lanka’s favor, as they chased down a challenging target with ease. The match highlighted both the challenges faced by South Africa’s batting lineup and the potential of Sri Lankan players, setting the stage for an exciting tournament ahead.
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