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Skipper Dasun Shanaka's decision to bat first after winning the toss proved to be a costly one for Sri Lanka. Mohammed Siraj unleashed a devastating spell of fast bowling, picking up an incredible 6 wickets for just 21 runs in his 7 overs. His remarkable feat included taking his first five wickets in a mere 16 balls, a joint-fastest record in the history of ODI cricket. Jasprit Bumrah provided the initial breakthrough, but it was Siraj who truly rattled the Sri Lankan batting lineup, preventing them from establishing any significant partnerships.
Sri Lanka was bundled out for a paltry 50 runs, setting India an easily achievable target. In the chase, Indian openers Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan played with confidence and finesse, reaching the target in just 6.1 overs without losing a wicket.
The victory was met with jubilation from cricket enthusiasts worldwide, and several notable personalities took to social media to express their joy and congratulations.
Former cricketer Yuvraj Singh shared his excitement, saying, "The monkey 🐒 is finally off our back! 23 years ago team India 🇮🇳 was all out for only 54 against #SriLanka in Sharjah. Congratulations boys on a dominating performance in the #AsiaCup! Looking forward to this form being carried thru to the #WorldCup 🏆."
The monkey 🐒 is finally off our back!
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) September 17, 2023
23 years ago team India 🇮🇳 was all out for only 54 against #SriLanka in Sharjah.
Congratulations boys on a dominating performance in the #AsiaCup!
Looking forward to this form being carried thru to the #WorldCup 🏆
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar praised the Indian team and highlighted Mohammed Siraj's exceptional bowling, stating, "Congratulations #TeamIndia on an emphatic victory! A difficult day indeed for Sri Lankan cricket. Must say, @mdsirajofficial's upfront spell was rather spicy to handle! Well done 🇮🇳. #INDvSL."
Congratulations #TeamIndia on an emphatic victory! A difficult day indeed for Sri Lankan cricket. Must say, @mdsirajofficial's upfront spell was rather spicy to handle!
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) September 17, 2023
Well done 🇮🇳.#INDvSL pic.twitter.com/LW2MfRZo68
Even Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined in the celebrations, commending the Indian cricket team, "Well played Team India! Congratulations on winning the Asia Cup. Our players have shown remarkable skill throughout the tournament."
Well played Team India!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 17, 2023
Congratulations on winning the Asia Cup. Our players have shown remarkable skill through the tournament. https://t.co/7uLEGQSXey
India's dominant performance in the Asia Cup 2023 has undoubtedly set high expectations for their future endeavors, including the upcoming World Cup. With the team's stellar form and remarkable talents like Mohammed Siraj, the cricketing world eagerly anticipates India's future achievements on the international stage.