India National Cricket Team Vs Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Match Stats 2026
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India National Cricket Team Vs Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Stats provide a detailed look at one of the most frequently played rivalries in international cricket. The two sides have competed across Tests, ODIs and T20Is, producing memorable matches, outstanding individual performances and several close contests. India has generally held the stronger overall record, particularly in Test and ODI cricket.
Their rivalry has also featured major tournament encounters, dominant series performances and exceptional batting and bowling displays. With India and Sri Lanka continuing to meet in international cricket, their statistics offer useful insight into team records, leading run-scorers, wicket-takers, highest scores, bowling figures and format-wise performances.
The latest chapter of the rivalry is also significant, with India scheduled to face Sri Lanka in a two-Test series beginning August 15, 2026, adding fresh context to their long-standing statistical record
Latest Match Stats and Key Numbers
| Statistic | India | Sri Lanka |
|---|---|---|
| Innings Score | 202/5 | 202/5 |
| Overs | 20 | 20 |
| Run Rate | 10.10 | 10.10 |
| Super Over | 3/0 | 2/2 |
| Result | Won Super Over | Lost Super Over |
| Venue | Dubai International Stadium | Dubai International Stadium |
India’s innings was built around Abhishek Sharma’s 61 from 31 balls, while Sri Lanka’s reply was powered by Pathum Nissanka’s 107 from 58 balls.
Complete Team Performance Stats
| Team | Runs | Wickets | Overs | Run Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 202 | 5 | 20 | 10.10 |
| Sri Lanka | 202 | 5 | 20 | 10.10 |
The identical 202-run totals made this one of the most dramatic recent India-Sri Lanka T20I encounters. India ultimately prevailed through the Super Over.
Top Batting Performers and Run Scorers
| Player | Team | Runs | Balls | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathum Nissanka | Sri Lanka | 107 | 58 | 184.48 |
| Abhishek Sharma | India | 61 | 31 | 196.77 |
| Kusal Perera | Sri Lanka | 58 | 32 | 181.25 |
| Tilak Varma | India | 49* | 34 | 144.12 |
| Sanju Samson | India | 39 | 23 | 169.57 |
| Axar Patel | India | 21* | 15 | 140.00 |
Nissanka’s century was the standout individual innings, while Abhishek gave India an explosive start.
Leading Bowlers and Wicket-Taking Stats
India
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuldeep Yadav | 4 | 31 | 1 | 7.75 |
| Hardik Pandya | 1 | 7 | 1 | 7.00 |
Sri Lanka
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maheesh Theekshana | 4 | 36 | 1 | 9.00 |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 4 | 40 | 1 | 10.00 |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | 4 | 37 | 1 | 9.25 |
| Dasun Shanaka | 2 | 23 | 1 | 11.50 |
| Charith Asalanka | 2 | 18 | 1 | 9.00 |
| Nuwan Thushara | 4 | 43 | 0 | 10.75 |
Sri Lanka’s five wickets were shared among five bowlers, while India’s bowling attack managed to contain the scoring sufficiently in the closing stages to force the Super Over.
Highest Individual Scores From the Match
| Rank | Player | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pathum Nissanka | Sri Lanka | 107 |
| 2 | Abhishek Sharma | India | 61 |
| 3 | Kusal Perera | Sri Lanka | 58 |
| 4 | Tilak Varma | India | 49* |
| 5 | Sanju Samson | India | 39 |
Nissanka became the only batter in the match to reach three figures. His 107 from 58 balls came at a strike rate of more than 184.
Best Bowling Figures and Key Spells
Kuldeep Yadav produced one of India’s important spells with 1/31 from four overs, while Hardik Pandya conceded only seven runs in his single over and took a wicket.
For Sri Lanka, Charith Asalanka claimed 1/18 from two overs, giving him the best economy among the Sri Lankan bowlers who completed multiple overs. Theekshana, Hasaranga, Shanaka and Chameera also took wickets.
Team Batting Stats and Scoring Breakdown
| Batting Metric | India | Sri Lanka |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 202/5 | 202/5 |
| Overs | 20 | 20 |
| Run Rate | 10.10 | 10.10 |
| Sixes | 8 | 7* |
| Fours | 20* | 20* |
| Wickets Lost | 5 | 5 |
India’s innings featured rapid scoring from Abhishek, Samson, Tilak and Axar. Sri Lanka’s chase depended heavily on Nissanka and Perera.
Team Bowling Stats and Performance Analysis
Sri Lanka’s bowlers consistently attacked India’s batters but conceded 202 runs. The Indian bowling unit faced an even greater challenge because Nissanka and Perera maintained a very high scoring rate.
The decisive phase came late in Sri Lanka’s innings. India managed to restrict the scoring enough to prevent Sri Lanka from completing the chase despite the outstanding opening assault.
Key Partnerships and Standout Performances
| Partnership | Team | Runs |
|---|---|---|
| Abhishek Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav | India | 59* |
| Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma | India | Important middle-order stand |
| Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Perera | Sri Lanka | Major chase partnership |
The Sri Lankan chase was particularly dangerous because Nissanka’s 107 kept the required rate under control for much of the innings. India’s late bowling response prevented the chase from being completed.
Strike Rate, Economy Rate and Player Statistics
| Player | Performance | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Abhishek Sharma | 61 off 31 | 196.77 SR |
| Pathum Nissanka | 107 off 58 | 184.48 SR |
| Sanju Samson | 39 off 23 | 169.57 SR |
| Kusal Perera | 58 off 32 | 181.25 SR |
| Tilak Varma | 49* off 34 | 144.12 SR |
| Axar Patel | 21* off 15 | 140.00 SR |
| Charith Asalanka | 1/18 in 2 overs | 9.00 Econ |
| Hardik Pandya | 1/7 in 1 over | 7.00 Econ |
Abhishek’s strike rate of 196.77 was the highest among India’s main batters, while Nissanka combined volume and speed to produce the innings of the match.
Powerplay, Middle Overs and Death Overs Stats
| Phase | India | Sri Lanka |
|---|---|---|
| Powerplay | 71/1 | 72/1 |
| Middle Overs | 79/2 | 85/1 |
| Death Overs | 52/2 | 45/3 |
| Overall | 202/5 | 202/5 |
India scored 71 in the first six overs, while Sri Lanka responded with 72. Sri Lanka then had the stronger middle phase, scoring 85/1, but India finished more strongly in the death overs and ultimately forced the match into a Super Over.
Head-to-Head Stats and Previous Records
Test Matches
| Record | India | Sri Lanka |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 46 | 46 |
| Wins | 22 | 7 |
| Draws | 17 | 17 |
ODI Matches
| Record | India | Sri Lanka |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 171 | 171 |
| Wins | 99 | 59 |
| Ties | 2 | 2 |
| No Results | 11 | 11 |
T20 Internationals
| Record | India | Sri Lanka |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 33 | 33 |
| Wins | 23 | 9 |
| No Results | 1 | 1 |
The available head-to-head databases show a clear overall advantage for India, particularly in Tests, ODIs and T20Is.
Key Records and Statistical Milestones
- India’s latest completed meeting with Sri Lanka ended in a tie before the Super Over.
- India won the Super Over 3/0 to 2/2.
- Pathum Nissanka scored 107 from 58 balls, the highest score of the match.
- Abhishek Sharma scored 61 from 31 balls at 196.77.
- Both teams reached 202/5 in 20 overs.
- India have won 99 of the 171 recorded ODI meetings.
- India have won 23 of the 33 recorded T20I meetings.
Match-Winning Performances and Turning Points
The first major turning point was Abhishek Sharma’s explosive 61, which gave India a strong platform. Sri Lanka answered through Nissanka, whose century transformed the chase into a realistic pursuit.
The decisive moment came during the final overs when India’s bowlers prevented Sri Lanka from finishing the chase. With both teams ending on 202, the contest went to a Super Over.
Arshdeep Singh then delivered the decisive Super Over for India, taking two Sri Lankan wickets for two runs. Suryakumar Yadav finished the contest for India with three runs from the first ball of India’s Super Over.
Complete Match Stats Summary and Key Takeaways
| Category | Key Statistic |
|---|---|
| Latest completed match | 26 September 2025 |
| Tournament | Asia Cup 2025 |
| Venue | Dubai International Stadium |
| India | 202/5 |
| Sri Lanka | 202/5 |
| Match result | India won Super Over |
| India Super Over | 3/0 |
| Sri Lanka Super Over | 2/2 |
| Highest scorer | Pathum Nissanka, 107 |
| India’s top scorer | Abhishek Sharma, 61 |
| Player of the Match | Pathum Nissanka |
| Best India bowling figures | Kuldeep Yadav, 1/31 |
| Best Sri Lanka economy among multi-over bowlers | Charith Asalanka, 9.00 |
It is important to distinguish the latest completed international match from the current 2026 Test series. India and Sri Lanka are scheduled to begin a two-Test series in Galle on 15 August 2026, so there is no completed 2026 Test score to include as of 14 August.
Final Thoughts
India and Sri Lanka have produced a long-running cricket rivalry across all three international formats. India’s overall head-to-head advantage is particularly strong, but the latest completed T20I meeting demonstrated how closely the sides can compete in a high-pressure game. The 2025 Asia Cup encounter produced identical 202-run totals before India prevailed in the Super Over. With a new Test series beginning in August 2026, the statistical rivalry is set for another important chapter.
FAQs
1. When was the latest India vs Sri Lanka international match?
The latest completed international meeting was the Asia Cup Super Four match on 26 September 2025, which India won in the Super Over.
2. What was the score in the latest India vs Sri Lanka match?
Both teams scored 202/5 in their 20 overs. India then scored 3/0 in the Super Over, while Sri Lanka made 2/2.
3. Who scored the most runs in the latest match?
Sri Lanka’s Pathum Nissanka top-scored with 107 runs from 58 balls.
4. What is India’s ODI record against Sri Lanka?
India have won 99 of the 171 recorded ODI meetings, compared with 59 wins for Sri Lanka.
5. What is India’s T20I record against Sri Lanka?
India have won 23 of the 33 recorded T20I meetings, while Sri Lanka have won nine, with one no-result.
6. When does the India vs Sri Lanka 2026 Test series begin?
The first Test is scheduled to begin in Galle on 15 August 2026, followed by the second Test in Colombo from 23 August.
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