Fresh from their historic T20 World Cup triumph last month, in Barbados, India will be back in action when they commence their tour of Sri Lanka on Saturday (July 27). The tour comprises of three T20Is and ODIs each and will see the return of many regulars who missed the five T20Is versus Zimbabwe, in the African nation, shortly after the&nbsp;WC triumph. The tour will also be Gautam Gambhir's first assignment as the head coach after Rahul Dravid's tenure ended and he refused an extension.&nbsp;

Here is all you need to know about India's tour of Sri Lanka, including the full schedule, match dates and timings, venues, India squads and live telecast details -

<h2>INDIA TOUR OF SRI LANKA 2024</h2>

1st T20I: Sri Lanka vs India, July 27 (Saturday)

2nd T20I: Sri Lanka vs India, July 28 (Sunday)

3rd T20I: Sri Lanka vs India, July 30 (Tuesday)

All the T20Is will be held at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele.

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/india-vs-bangladesh-womens-asia-cup-2024-when-and-where-to-watch-ind-vs-ban-semifinal-match-744343">India vs Bangladesh, Women's Asia Cup 2024: When and where to watch Ind vs Ban semifinal match?</a>

1st ODI: Sri Lanka vs India, Aug 2 (Friday)

2nd ODI: Sri Lanka vs India, Aug 4 (Sunday)

3rd ODI: Sri Lanka vs India, Aug 7 (Wednesday)

All the three ODIs will take place at the&nbsp;R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.&nbsp;

<h2>The live telecast of&nbsp;India vs Sri Lanka T20I, ODI series in India:</h2>

The live telecast of&nbsp;India tour of Sri Lanka will be telecast on the&nbsp;Sony Sports Network&nbsp;in India.

<h2>The&nbsp;live stream of India vs Sri Lanka T20I, ODI series in India:</h2>

The live streaming of the India vs Sri Lanka series will be available on the&nbsp;SonyLIV&nbsp;app and website in India.

India's T20I squad: Suryakumar Yadav (c), Ꮪhubman Gill (vc), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rinku Singh, Riyan Parag, Rishabh Pant (wk), Sanju Samson (WK), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Mohammed Siraj.

India's ODI squad:&nbsp;Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill (vc), Virat Kohli, KL Rahul (WK), Rishabh Pant (wk), Shreyas Iyer, Shivam Dube, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohd. Siraj, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Riyan Parag, Axar Patel, Khaleel Ahmed, Harshit Rana.

India, under new team management led by Gambhir, will be eager to start off on a high. The three T20Is will also be Suryakumar Yadav's first-ever assignment as India's skipper in the shortest format. He pipped Hardik Pandya, who served as Rohit Sharma's deputy in white-ball formats since early 2023, to become the T20I skipper and the dashing batter will like&nbsp;to his full-time captaincy tenure with a series win.&nbsp;

The ODIs will see the return of Rohit and Virat Kohli. The two have a solid record versus the Islanders and, hence, will like to carry on in a similar fashion with one eye already on the next ICC event, i.e. the 2025 Champions Trophy. Hitman will lead the ODI side.&nbsp;

Fresh from their historic T20 World Cup triumph last month, in Barbados, India will be back in action when they commence their tour of Sri Lanka on Saturday (July 27).

Fresh from their historic T20 World Cup triumph last month, in Barbados, India will be back in action when they commence their tour of Sri Lanka on Saturday (July 27). The tour comprises of three T20Is and ODIs each and will see the return of many regulars who missed the five T20Is versus Zimbabwe, in the African nation, shortly after the WC triumph. The tour will also be Gautam Gambhir's first assignment as the head coach after Rahul Dravid's tenure ended and he refused an extension. Here is all you need to know about India's tour of Sri Lanka, including the full schedule, match dates and timings, venues, India squads and live telecast details - INDIA TOUR OF SRI LANKA 2024 1st T20I: Sri Lanka vs India, July 27 (Saturday) 2nd T20I: Sri Lanka vs India, July 28 (Sunday) 3rd T20I: Sri Lanka vs India, July 30 (Tuesday) All the T20Is will be held at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele. Also read: India vs Bangladesh, Women's Asia Cup 2024: When and where to watch Ind vs Ban semifinal match? 1st ODI: Sri Lanka vs India, Aug 2 (Friday) 2nd ODI: Sri Lanka vs India, Aug 4 (Sunday) 3rd ODI: Sri Lanka vs India, Aug 7 (Wednesday) All the three ODIs will take place at the R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. The live telecast of India vs Sri Lanka T20I, ODI series in India: The live telecast of India tour of Sri Lanka will be telecast on the Sony Sports Network in India. The live stream of India vs Sri Lanka T20I, ODI series in India: The live streaming of the India vs Sri Lanka series will be available on the SonyLIV app and website in India. India's T20I squad: Suryakumar Yadav (c), Ꮪhubman Gill (vc), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rinku Singh, Riyan Parag, Rishabh Pant (wk), Sanju Samson (WK), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Mohammed Siraj. India's ODI squad: Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill (vc), Virat Kohli, KL Rahul (WK), Rishabh Pant (wk), Shreyas Iyer, Shivam Dube, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohd. Siraj, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Riyan Parag, Axar Patel, Khaleel Ahmed, Harshit Rana. India, under new team management led by Gambhir, will be eager to start off on a high. The three T20Is will also be Suryakumar Yadav's first-ever assignment as India's skipper in the shortest format. He pipped Hardik Pandya, who served as Rohit Sharma's deputy in white-ball formats since early 2023, to become the T20I skipper and the dashing batter will like to his full-time captaincy tenure with a series win. The ODIs will see the return of Rohit and Virat Kohli. The two have a solid record versus the Islanders and, hence, will like to carry on in a similar fashion with one eye already on the next ICC event, i.e. the 2025 Champions Trophy. Hitman will lead the ODI side.

India tour of Sri Lanka: Match dates, venues, timings, teams and all you need to know

India and Sri Lanka met in the second and penultimate T20I on Thursday evening (January 05) at the MCA Stadium, Pune. In a high-scoring thriller, Hardik Pandya &amp; Co. lost by 16 runs as Sri Lanka levelled the series with the final encounter on Saturday (January 07). Dasun Shanaka's 22-ball 56 and two wickets along with handy contributions from Kusal Mendis (52),&nbsp;Dilshan Madushanka, and Kasun Rajitha (two scalps each) led to the Islanders' win.

India did put up a good fight, after reeling at 57 for 5, courtesy of&nbsp;Suryakumar Yadav's (51) and Axar Patel's (31-ball 65 not out) 91-run sixth-wicket stand but their bowlers' ordinary show and loss of early wickets in a steep chase put them behind. Arshdeep Singh, who didn't play the series opener due to illness, made heads turn with the ball by&nbsp;returning with 2-0-37-0; comprising five no-balls (three on the trot). Thus, he has now bowled the&nbsp;joint most no-balls by any bowler from a Full Member side in the format&nbsp;and most by an Indian. After the match, fingers were pointed at Arshdeep but head coach Rahul Dravid has backed the 23-year-old youngster, who was India's star&nbsp;performer in the T20 World Cup last year.&nbsp;

“Nobody wants to bowl wides (no-balls) in any format. Especially in T20s, they can hurt you. We need to be patient with lot of these young kids. There are a lot of youngsters playing in this team, especially our bowling attack. They are young kids; they will have games like these at times. We all need to be patient with them and understanding. Of course, they are working hard, and we keep trying to help them, support them technically, and also just create the right environment for them to be able to get the best out of their skills,” Dravid said in the post-match conference.

Dravid added, "It’s tough. It’s not easy learning in international cricket and you have to learn on the job. The good thing is, with the focus on the ODI World Cup and the World Test Championship, at least in the T20Is, it gives us an opportunity to try out a lot of the younger guys."&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/he-needs-to-go-back-hardik-pandya-has-advice-for-this-bowler-after-loss-against-sri-lanka-549870">'He needs to go back...': Hardik Pandya has advice for this bowler after loss against Sri Lanka</a>

After the closely-fought second T20I, captain Hardik told in the post-match presentation, "Going for runs is fine but no balls aren't. Not blaming or being hard but he (Arshdeep) needs to go back and make sure these basic errors don't happen at this level. It's not about blaming but no ball is a crime."&nbsp;

"Both bowling and batting - powerplay hurt us. We made basic errors which we shouldn't do at this level. Learning should be the basics we can control. You can have a bad day but shouldn't be going away from basics," added the 29-year-old Hardik.&nbsp;

Overall, India gave away 12 runs in extras, including four wides and seven no-balls, as SL have levelled the series. The third and final match will be held at the&nbsp;Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot on Saturday evening.

India and Sri Lanka met in the second and penultimate T20I on Thursday evening (January 05) at the MCA Stadium, Pune. In a high-scoring thriller, Hardik Pandya & Co.

India and Sri Lanka met in the second and penultimate T20I on Thursday evening (January 05) at the MCA Stadium, Pune. In a high-scoring thriller, Hardik Pandya & Co. lost by 16 runs as Sri Lanka levelled the series with the final encounter on Saturday (January 07). Dasun Shanaka's 22-ball 56 and two wickets along with handy contributions from Kusal Mendis (52), Dilshan Madushanka, and Kasun Rajitha (two scalps each) led to the Islanders' win. India did put up a good fight, after reeling at 57 for 5, courtesy of Suryakumar Yadav's (51) and Axar Patel's (31-ball 65 not out) 91-run sixth-wicket stand but their bowlers' ordinary show and loss of early wickets in a steep chase put them behind. Arshdeep Singh, who didn't play the series opener due to illness, made heads turn with the ball by returning with 2-0-37-0; comprising five no-balls (three on the trot). Thus, he has now bowled the joint most no-balls by any bowler from a Full Member side in the format and most by an Indian. After the match, fingers were pointed at Arshdeep but head coach Rahul Dravid has backed the 23-year-old youngster, who was India's star performer in the T20 World Cup last year. “Nobody wants to bowl wides (no-balls) in any format. Especially in T20s, they can hurt you. We need to be patient with lot of these young kids. There are a lot of youngsters playing in this team, especially our bowling attack. They are young kids; they will have games like these at times. We all need to be patient with them and understanding. Of course, they are working hard, and we keep trying to help them, support them technically, and also just create the right environment for them to be able to get the best out of their skills,” Dravid said in the post-match conference. Dravid added, "It’s tough. It’s not easy learning in international cricket and you have to learn on the job. The good thing is, with the focus on the ODI World Cup and the World Test Championship, at least in the T20Is, it gives us an opportunity to try out a lot of the younger guys." Also read: 'He needs to go back...': Hardik Pandya has advice for this bowler after loss against Sri Lanka After the closely-fought second T20I, captain Hardik told in the post-match presentation, "Going for runs is fine but no balls aren't. Not blaming or being hard but he (Arshdeep) needs to go back and make sure these basic errors don't happen at this level. It's not about blaming but no ball is a crime." "Both bowling and batting - powerplay hurt us. We made basic errors which we shouldn't do at this level. Learning should be the basics we can control. You can have a bad day but shouldn't be going away from basics," added the 29-year-old Hardik. Overall, India gave away 12 runs in extras, including four wides and seven no-balls, as SL have levelled the series. The third and final match will be held at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot on Saturday evening.

'We all need to be...' - Rahul Dravid backs Arshdeep Singh after pacer's horror show in India-SL 2nd T20I

After missing the series opener due to illness, Arshdeep Singh was named in India's XI for the second and penultimate T20I versus Sri Lanka, in Pune, on Thursday (January 05). The 23-year-old left-armer had a forgettable outing, returning with 2-0-37-0 including five no-balls (three on the trot). Thus, Arshdeep&nbsp;has now bowled the&nbsp;joint most no-balls by any bowler in the format from a Full Member team&nbsp;and most by an Indian.&nbsp;

Indian bowlers, in general, were expensive and off the mark as they conceded 12 extras (four wides and seven no-balls) as Sri Lanka rode on Kusal Mendis' 52 and Dasun Shanaka's 22-ball 56 to post 206 for 7 after being asked to bat first. In reply, India were 57 for 5 before Suryakumar Yadav's 51,&nbsp;Axar Patel's 31-ball 65* and Shivam Mavi's 15-ball 26 brought the hosts back before they fell short by 16 runs. After the game, lots of fingers have been pointed at Arshdeep. Little Master Sunil Gavaskar has now schooled the young pacer and said 'not bowling a no-ball is definitely in the bowler's control'.

"As a professional, you can't be doing this. We often hear today's players say, things aren't in our control. Not bowling no ball is in your control. What happens after you deliver the ball, what the batsman does, is another thing. Not bowling a no ball is definitely in your control," Gavaskar said during his commentary stint on Star Sports.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/we-all-need-to-be-rahul-dravid-backs-arshdeep-singh-after-pacers-horror-show-in-india-sl-2nd-t20i-549900">'We all need to be...' - Rahul Dravid backs Arshdeep Singh after pacer's horror show in India-SL 2nd T20I</a>

Meanwhile, head coach Rahul Dravid called for patience and defended Arshdeep&nbsp;despite his horror showing. Dravid told in the post-match conference, "Nobody wants to bowl wides (no-balls) in any format. Especially in T20s, they can hurt you. We need to be patient with lot of these young kids. There are a lot of youngsters playing in this team, especially our bowling attack. They are young kids; they will have games like these at times. We all need to be patient with them and understanding. Of course, they are working hard, and we keep trying to help them, support them technically, and also just create the right environment for them to be able to get the best out of their skills."

Dravid&nbsp;has also hinted that India won't chop and change a lot for the final T20I, on Saturday (January 07) in Rajkot, with the series on the line.

After missing the series opener due to illness, Arshdeep Singh was named in India's XI for the second and penultimate T20I versus Sri Lanka, in Pune, on Thursday (January 05).

After missing the series opener due to illness, Arshdeep Singh was named in India's XI for the second and penultimate T20I versus Sri Lanka, in Pune, on Thursday (January 05). The 23-year-old left-armer had a forgettable outing, returning with 2-0-37-0 including five no-balls (three on the trot). Thus, Arshdeep has now bowled the joint most no-balls by any bowler in the format from a Full Member team and most by an Indian. Indian bowlers, in general, were expensive and off the mark as they conceded 12 extras (four wides and seven no-balls) as Sri Lanka rode on Kusal Mendis' 52 and Dasun Shanaka's 22-ball 56 to post 206 for 7 after being asked to bat first. In reply, India were 57 for 5 before Suryakumar Yadav's 51, Axar Patel's 31-ball 65* and Shivam Mavi's 15-ball 26 brought the hosts back before they fell short by 16 runs. After the game, lots of fingers have been pointed at Arshdeep. Little Master Sunil Gavaskar has now schooled the young pacer and said 'not bowling a no-ball is definitely in the bowler's control'. "As a professional, you can't be doing this. We often hear today's players say, things aren't in our control. Not bowling no ball is in your control. What happens after you deliver the ball, what the batsman does, is another thing. Not bowling a no ball is definitely in your control," Gavaskar said during his commentary stint on Star Sports. Also read: 'We all need to be...' - Rahul Dravid backs Arshdeep Singh after pacer's horror show in India-SL 2nd T20I Meanwhile, head coach Rahul Dravid called for patience and defended Arshdeep despite his horror showing. Dravid told in the post-match conference, "Nobody wants to bowl wides (no-balls) in any format. Especially in T20s, they can hurt you. We need to be patient with lot of these young kids. There are a lot of youngsters playing in this team, especially our bowling attack. They are young kids; they will have games like these at times. We all need to be patient with them and understanding. Of course, they are working hard, and we keep trying to help them, support them technically, and also just create the right environment for them to be able to get the best out of their skills." Dravid has also hinted that India won't chop and change a lot for the final T20I, on Saturday (January 07) in Rajkot, with the series on the line.

As a professional, you can't be doing this: Gavaskar schools Arshdeep Singh after no-ball fiasco in 2nd T20I

On Tuesday (January 03), Hardik Pandya-led India faced Sri Lanka in the three-match T20I series opener at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. In a closely-fought encounter, Hardik &amp; Co. emerged on top by two runs, in defence of 162/5, with Shivam Mavi (4 for 22) and Umran Malik (2 for 27)&nbsp; shining with the ball after Ishan Kishan's 37, Deepak Hooda's 41* and Axar Patel's 31 not out.

In reply, Sri Lanka were kept in the hunt desptie reeling at 51 for 4 courtesy of skipper Dasun Shanaka's 45 and cameos from Wanindu Hasaranga and Chamika Karunaratne. In the 17th over, Shanaka was going for the big hits before Umran got the better of him. Bowling at a rapid 155kph, Umran's extra pace outdid Shanaka, who went for a big shot but handed a catch to Yuzvendra Chahal at extra cover. Not only did Umran put India on top by removing the dangerman Shanaka, he also clocked 155kph to bowl the fastest ball of the match.

Further, Umran surpassed Jasprit Bumrah's record for clocking the highest speed among Indian pacers. Bumrah's highest speed so far stands at 153.36 kph. He is followed by Mohammed Shami (153.3 kph), Navdeep Saini (152.85 kph) with young Umran now occupying the top spot among Indians. Here's the video of the thunderbolt produced by Umran:

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Umran Malik on Fire🔥 
Umran malik took wicket of Dashun Shanaka by bowling at 155 Km.. OMG! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UmranMalik?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UmranMalik</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvSL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvSL</a> <a href="https://t.co/yqVeADBUxV">pic.twitter.com/yqVeADBUxV</a>
— NAFISH AHMAD (@nafeesahmad497) <a href="https://twitter.com/nafeesahmad497/status/1610376363378343937?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 3, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pak-vs-nz-babar-azam-run-out-after-horrible-mix-up-with-imam-ul-haq-on-day-2-of-2nd-test-watch-549116">Pak vs NZ: Babar Azam run-out after horrible mix-up with Imam-ul-Haq on Day 2 of 2nd Test - Watch</a>

After Shanaka's dismissal, SL continued to put on a show and rode on big hits from Hasaranga (10-ball 21) and Karunaratne (16-ball 22*). However, SL were all-out for 160 on the final ball of the contest as Axar Patel -- bowling the last over ahead of captain Hardik -- held his nerves to take India past the finish line.&nbsp;

The second and penultimate contest will be played in Pune on Thursday (January 05).&nbsp;

On Tuesday (January 03), Hardik Pandya-led India faced Sri Lanka in the three-match T20I series opener at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. In a closely-fought encounter, Hardik & Co.

On Tuesday (January 03), Hardik Pandya-led India faced Sri Lanka in the three-match T20I series opener at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. In a closely-fought encounter, Hardik & Co. emerged on top by two runs, in defence of 162/5, with Shivam Mavi (4 for 22) and Umran Malik (2 for 27) shining with the ball after Ishan Kishan's 37, Deepak Hooda's 41* and Axar Patel's 31 not out. In reply, Sri Lanka were kept in the hunt desptie reeling at 51 for 4 courtesy of skipper Dasun Shanaka's 45 and cameos from Wanindu Hasaranga and Chamika Karunaratne. In the 17th over, Shanaka was going for the big hits before Umran got the better of him. Bowling at a rapid 155kph, Umran's extra pace outdid Shanaka, who went for a big shot but handed a catch to Yuzvendra Chahal at extra cover. Not only did Umran put India on top by removing the dangerman Shanaka, he also clocked 155kph to bowl the fastest ball of the match. Further, Umran surpassed Jasprit Bumrah's record for clocking the highest speed among Indian pacers. Bumrah's highest speed so far stands at 153.36 kph. He is followed by Mohammed Shami (153.3 kph), Navdeep Saini (152.85 kph) with young Umran now occupying the top spot among Indians. Here's the video of the thunderbolt produced by Umran: Umran Malik on Fire🔥 Umran malik took wicket of Dashun Shanaka by bowling at 155 Km.. OMG! #UmranMalik #INDvSL pic.twitter.com/yqVeADBUxV — NAFISH AHMAD (@nafeesahmad497) January 3, 2023 × Also read: Pak vs NZ: Babar Azam run-out after horrible mix-up with Imam-ul-Haq on Day 2 of 2nd Test - Watch After Shanaka's dismissal, SL continued to put on a show and rode on big hits from Hasaranga (10-ball 21) and Karunaratne (16-ball 22*). However, SL were all-out for 160 on the final ball of the contest as Axar Patel -- bowling the last over ahead of captain Hardik -- held his nerves to take India past the finish line. The second and penultimate contest will be played in Pune on Thursday (January 05).

WATCH: 155 kph! Umran surpasses Bumrah for clocking highest speed among Indian pacers in IND-SL 1st T20I

The Indian senior men's cricket team will kick off their 2023 schedule with a three-match T20I series versus Sri Lanka on home soil, starting on Tuesday (January 03) in Mumbai. The T20I squad doesn't comprise many senior players and will be led by Hardik Pandya -- who is touted to be the next captain in the shortest format. Hardik will lead a young squad with the likes of Ishan Kishan, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shubman Gill, Rahul Tripathi, Umran Malik, Mukesh Kumar, etc. at his disposal.&nbsp;

Ahead of the T20I series opener, at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, the 29-year-old Hardik revealed his new year resolution. Just like every Indian's dream, the star all-rounder also wants India to win the 2023 ODI World Cup. After 12 years, India will be once again be hosting the 50-over World Cup -- for the first time as the sole hosts -- and will like to replicate their 2011 heroics, when they defeated Sri Lanka in the final (back then, the tournament was co-hosted by India, SL and Bangladesh).&nbsp;While speaking to Sportstar, Hardik spoke about his NY resolution and said, "The biggest new year resolution is to win the World Cup."&nbsp;

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/if-he-was-your-favorite-bowler-kuldeep-yadavs-coach-slams-dinesh-karthik-kkr-for-dropping-him-548766">'If he was your favorite bowler....?': Kuldeep Yadav's coach slams Dinesh Karthik, KKR for dropping him</a>

Hardik has so far featured in five ICC events for Team India. While he has made produced some glittering performances, India have not been successful in ending their nine-year-long ICC-title drought. India's last major tournament win came in 2013 under former captain MS Dhoni. Thus, the senior player will be hopeful of firing on all cylinders and taking the Men in Blue to the coveted title later this year. During the 2011 ODI WC campaign, Yuvraj Singh was India's star performer, with 362 runs and 15 scalps. Thus, Hardik will like to follow Yuvraj's footsteps and deliver for India.

Hardik has also been promoted as the ODI vice-captain. Thus, the team management is fully backing the star all-rounder and he will be desperate to pay rich dividends in the forthcoming mega event at home.

IND vs SL T20I series: Squads

India:&nbsp;Hardik Pandya (Captain), Ishan Kishan (wk), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (v-c), Deepak Hooda, Rahul Tripathi, Sanju Samson, Washington Sundar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Harshal Patel, Umran Malik, Shivam Mavi and Mukesh Kumar.

Sri Lanka:&nbsp;Dasun Shanaka (captain), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Sadeera Samarawickrama (wk), Kusal Mendis, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Wanindu Hasaranga (v-c), Ashen Bandara, Maheesh Theekshana, Chamika Karunaratne, Dilshan Madushanka, Kasun Rajitha, Dunith Wellalage, Pramod Madushan, Lahiru Kumara and Nuwan Thushara.

The Indian senior men's cricket team will kick off their 2023 schedule with a three-match T20I series versus Sri Lanka on home soil, starting on Tuesday (January 03) in Mumbai.

The Indian senior men's cricket team will kick off their 2023 schedule with a three-match T20I series versus Sri Lanka on home soil, starting on Tuesday (January 03) in Mumbai. The T20I squad doesn't comprise many senior players and will be led by Hardik Pandya -- who is touted to be the next captain in the shortest format. Hardik will lead a young squad with the likes of Ishan Kishan, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shubman Gill, Rahul Tripathi, Umran Malik, Mukesh Kumar, etc. at his disposal. Ahead of the T20I series opener, at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, the 29-year-old Hardik revealed his new year resolution. Just like every Indian's dream, the star all-rounder also wants India to win the 2023 ODI World Cup. After 12 years, India will be once again be hosting the 50-over World Cup -- for the first time as the sole hosts -- and will like to replicate their 2011 heroics, when they defeated Sri Lanka in the final (back then, the tournament was co-hosted by India, SL and Bangladesh). While speaking to Sportstar, Hardik spoke about his NY resolution and said, "The biggest new year resolution is to win the World Cup." Also read: 'If he was your favorite bowler....?': Kuldeep Yadav's coach slams Dinesh Karthik, KKR for dropping him Hardik has so far featured in five ICC events for Team India. While he has made produced some glittering performances, India have not been successful in ending their nine-year-long ICC-title drought. India's last major tournament win came in 2013 under former captain MS Dhoni. Thus, the senior player will be hopeful of firing on all cylinders and taking the Men in Blue to the coveted title later this year. During the 2011 ODI WC campaign, Yuvraj Singh was India's star performer, with 362 runs and 15 scalps. Thus, Hardik will like to follow Yuvraj's footsteps and deliver for India. Hardik has also been promoted as the ODI vice-captain. Thus, the team management is fully backing the star all-rounder and he will be desperate to pay rich dividends in the forthcoming mega event at home. IND vs SL T20I series: Squads India: Hardik Pandya (Captain), Ishan Kishan (wk), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (v-c), Deepak Hooda, Rahul Tripathi, Sanju Samson, Washington Sundar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Harshal Patel, Umran Malik, Shivam Mavi and Mukesh Kumar. Sri Lanka: Dasun Shanaka (captain), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Sadeera Samarawickrama (wk), Kusal Mendis, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Wanindu Hasaranga (v-c), Ashen Bandara, Maheesh Theekshana, Chamika Karunaratne, Dilshan Madushanka, Kasun Rajitha, Dunith Wellalage, Pramod Madushan, Lahiru Kumara and Nuwan Thushara.

IND vs SL T20Is: Every Indian's dream! Biggest new year resolution is to win ODI WC, says Hardik Pandya

Shreyas Iyer had a dream run in the just-concluded India-Sri Lanka three T20Is at home. Iyer got a chance to bat higher up the order, at No. 3, in the absence of Virat Kohli and made the most of the opportunities to remain unbeaten throughout the course of the three T20Is to end with scores of 57* (28), 74* (44) and 73* (45) as India completed a whitewash over the hapless Islanders.

Thus, Iyer has made a strong case to be a regular in the playing XI in the shortest format, ahead of this year's T20 World Cup. Nonetheless, he still intense competition due to the presence of Suryakumar Yadav&nbsp;and Rishabh Pant (both of whom didn't feature in the SL series) along with currently out-of-favour all-rounder Hardik Pandya.

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/shreyas-iyer-joins-virat-kohli-rohit-sharma-kl-rahul-in-elite-list-after-dream-run-in-sri-lanka-t20is-457333">Shreyas Iyer joins Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul in elite list after dream run in Sri Lanka T20Is</a>

After his memorable series versus the Asian neighbours, Iyer revealed his preferred batting slot amid intense competition for slots in the national side. "I'm not keeping any expectations from myself nor from the team coaches because if you see the competition in our team, it's immense. Every individual is capable of winning you games. Personally I want to enjoy each and every moment and opportunity, which I've been provided with. I like to finish off the games and that's like my mindset whenever I go onto the pitch," he said in the post-match conference.

"Obviously in this format, top-three is the only place where you can pace your innings pretty well. Otherwise if you bat down the order you can't give yourself time you need to start going from ball one. So yeah, if I had to say the best number to bat for me personally, it's obviously No. 3," Iyer added.

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-cant-be-replaced-gavaskar-on-in-form-shreyas-iyers-batting-position-for-team-india-in-t20is-457412">Virat Kohli can't be replaced: Gavaskar on in-form Shreyas Iyer's batting position for Team India in T20Is</a>

After the SL series, Little Master Sunil Gavaskar also opined on problems of plenty for the Indian team. He suggested a slot for Iyer in the batting line-up and told Star Sports, "It's a great problem to have. Obviously, Virat Kohli can't be replaced. He will probably come in at No.3, there is no question about it. But then you can use somebody like a Shreyas Iyer at No.4 or 5. Suryakumar, the way he has been batting, he is got to be included. It is just the plus, plus as far as the team is concerned."

“There are so many options. And it allows you to go in with pure bowlers and not bowlers who can bat. With a top-batting line-up, you can can go in with someone like Mohammed Siraj or Avesh Khan, who is not known as a batsman. You might think in terms of all-out attack,” he further asserted.

Shreyas Iyer had a dream run in the just-concluded India-Sri Lanka three T20Is at home. Iyer got a chance to bat higher up the order, at No. 3, in the absence of Virat Kohli and made the most of the opportunities to remain unbeaten throughout the course of the three T20Is to end with scores of 57* (28), 74* (44) and 73* (45) as India completed a whitewash over the hapless Islanders.

Shreyas Iyer had a dream run in the just-concluded India-Sri Lanka three T20Is at home. Iyer got a chance to bat higher up the order, at No. 3, in the absence of Virat Kohli and made the most of the opportunities to remain unbeaten throughout the course of the three T20Is to end with scores of 57* (28), 74* (44) and 73* (45) as India completed a whitewash over the hapless Islanders. Thus, Iyer has made a strong case to be a regular in the playing XI in the shortest format, ahead of this year's T20 World Cup. Nonetheless, he still intense competition due to the presence of Suryakumar Yadav and Rishabh Pant (both of whom didn't feature in the SL series) along with currently out-of-favour all-rounder Hardik Pandya. ALSO READ | Shreyas Iyer joins Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul in elite list after dream run in Sri Lanka T20Is After his memorable series versus the Asian neighbours, Iyer revealed his preferred batting slot amid intense competition for slots in the national side. "I'm not keeping any expectations from myself nor from the team coaches because if you see the competition in our team, it's immense. Every individual is capable of winning you games. Personally I want to enjoy each and every moment and opportunity, which I've been provided with. I like to finish off the games and that's like my mindset whenever I go onto the pitch," he said in the post-match conference. "Obviously in this format, top-three is the only place where you can pace your innings pretty well. Otherwise if you bat down the order you can't give yourself time you need to start going from ball one. So yeah, if I had to say the best number to bat for me personally, it's obviously No. 3," Iyer added. ALSO READ | Virat Kohli can't be replaced: Gavaskar on in-form Shreyas Iyer's batting position for Team India in T20Is After the SL series, Little Master Sunil Gavaskar also opined on problems of plenty for the Indian team. He suggested a slot for Iyer in the batting line-up and told Star Sports, "It's a great problem to have. Obviously, Virat Kohli can't be replaced. He will probably come in at No.3, there is no question about it. But then you can use somebody like a Shreyas Iyer at No.4 or 5. Suryakumar, the way he has been batting, he is got to be included. It is just the plus, plus as far as the team is concerned." “There are so many options. And it allows you to go in with pure bowlers and not bowlers who can bat. With a top-batting line-up, you can can go in with someone like Mohammed Siraj or Avesh Khan, who is not known as a batsman. You might think in terms of all-out attack,” he further asserted.

'Best number for me is....' - Shreyas Iyer reveals his preferred batting slot after Sri Lanka T20Is

Rohit Sharma-led Team India beat Sri Lanka by seven&nbsp;wickets to win the second and penultimate T20I, in Dharamshala, on Saturday evening (February 26) and clinch the series with an unassailable 2-0 lead.&nbsp;

Opting to bowl first, Rohit-led India bowlers didn't have an easy ride versus the Islanders. Pathum Nissanka, who fell for a golden duck in the series opener, and Danushka Gunathilaka's opening stand (67 runs) ensured a good start for the visitors. While they did survive some close calls initially, the duo found their rhythm as the innings progressed. Against the run of play, Ravindra Jadeja struck to remove Gunathilaka for 38.&nbsp;

When it seemed Indian bowlers had managed to restrict the Lankans, skipper Dasun Shanaka's 19-ball 47 and Nissanka's calculative and well-compiled 53-ball 75 propelled SL to 183-5. Among Indian bowlers, Jadeja, Harshal Patel and Bhuvneshwar Kumar remained expensive.&nbsp;

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/they-were-standing-there-for-me-ishan-kishan-credits-rohit-dravid-for-backing-him-despite-poor-form-456502">They were standing there for me: Ishan Kishan credits Rohit, Dravid for backing him despite poor form</a>

In reply, India's chase started with Rohit departing for 1. Ishan Kishan also failed to get going to be dismissed for cheap. The onus, this, shifted on in-form Shreyas Iyer and Sanju Samson. While Samson took some time before launching some biggies, Iyer played a sensational inning&nbsp;-- with a flurry of boundaries at regular intervals along with smart rotation of strike.&nbsp;

While India lost Samson, courtesy a blinder by B Fernando, Jadeja-Iyer completed the formalities as Lankans continued to be sloppy on the field and gave plenty of boundary-balls. Jadeja dominated the unbroken fourth-wicket stand with Iyer (74 not out) to return with an 18-ball 45* (at a whopping strike-rate of 250).

With this win, India's best-ever winning streak in the format has now stretched to 11. Among Test-playing nations, Afghanistan top the list holding the first two spots. Now, India have joined the Afghans in the second position with 11 successive wins. If India inflict a clean sweep versus the Sri Lankans, they will come at par with Afghanistan at the top spot (12).

Rohit Sharma-led Team India beat Sri Lanka by seven wickets to win the second and penultimate T20I, in Dharamshala, on Saturday evening (February 26) and clinch the series with an unassailable 2-0 lead.

Rohit Sharma-led Team India beat Sri Lanka by seven wickets to win the second and penultimate T20I, in Dharamshala, on Saturday evening (February 26) and clinch the series with an unassailable 2-0 lead. Opting to bowl first, Rohit-led India bowlers didn't have an easy ride versus the Islanders. Pathum Nissanka, who fell for a golden duck in the series opener, and Danushka Gunathilaka's opening stand (67 runs) ensured a good start for the visitors. While they did survive some close calls initially, the duo found their rhythm as the innings progressed. Against the run of play, Ravindra Jadeja struck to remove Gunathilaka for 38. When it seemed Indian bowlers had managed to restrict the Lankans, skipper Dasun Shanaka's 19-ball 47 and Nissanka's calculative and well-compiled 53-ball 75 propelled SL to 183-5. Among Indian bowlers, Jadeja, Harshal Patel and Bhuvneshwar Kumar remained expensive. ALSO READ | They were standing there for me: Ishan Kishan credits Rohit, Dravid for backing him despite poor form In reply, India's chase started with Rohit departing for 1. Ishan Kishan also failed to get going to be dismissed for cheap. The onus, this, shifted on in-form Shreyas Iyer and Sanju Samson. While Samson took some time before launching some biggies, Iyer played a sensational inning -- with a flurry of boundaries at regular intervals along with smart rotation of strike. While India lost Samson, courtesy a blinder by B Fernando, Jadeja-Iyer completed the formalities as Lankans continued to be sloppy on the field and gave plenty of boundary-balls. Jadeja dominated the unbroken fourth-wicket stand with Iyer (74 not out) to return with an 18-ball 45* (at a whopping strike-rate of 250). With this win, India's best-ever winning streak in the format has now stretched to 11. Among Test-playing nations, Afghanistan top the list holding the first two spots. Now, India have joined the Afghans in the second position with 11 successive wins. If India inflict a clean sweep versus the Sri Lankans, they will come at par with Afghanistan at the top spot (12).

Shreyas Iyer, Ravindra Jadeja keep India's winning streak alive, Men in Blue win T20I series vs Sri Lanka

India beat Sri Lanka by 62 runs in the series opener of the three-match T20I series on Thursday evening (February 24). Being asked to bat first, India rode on Ishan Kishan's blistering 89 and Shreyas Iyer's 28-ball 57 to post a daunting 199-2 in 20 overs. In reply, Dasun Shanaka-led Sri Lanka managed only a modest 136-7 as they lost the opening game by a whopping 62-run margin.

With another win under their belt, the Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue have been on a roll in the shortest format. Following their defeats in the opening two games of the 2021 T20 World Cup, India have gone onto win 10 games on the trot; their best-ever winning streak. Thus, they will like to extend their winning run and also attain an unassailable lead versus the Lankans when they take on the field in the second and penultimate T20I on Saturday evening (February 26).

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sl-2nd-t20i-rohit-sharma-on-the-cusp-of-achieving-major-milestones-in-dharamshala-456712">Ind vs SL, 2nd T20I: Rohit Sharma on the cusp of achieving major milestones in Dharamshala</a>

Here is everything you need to know about the 2nd T20I - date, IST, streaming details, etc.&nbsp;

When is India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I&nbsp;match taking place?

India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I&nbsp;is scheduled to take place on February 26, 2022.&nbsp;

Where is India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I&nbsp;taking place?

India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I&nbsp;will take place at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala.

At what time India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I&nbsp;taking place?

India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I&nbsp;will kick off at 7:00pm (IST).

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sl-2nd-t20i-weather-report-will-rain-play-spoilsport-in-second-and-penultimate-tie-in-dharamshala-456685">Ind vs SL, 2nd T20I weather report: Will rain play spoilsport in second and penultimate tie in Dharamshala?</a>

How to watch India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I&nbsp;live on TV?

India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I&nbsp;will be aired live on Star Sports channels - Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Hindi HD, Star Sports 1 Tamil, Star Sports 1 Telugu, and Star Sports 1 Kannada.&nbsp;

How to watch India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I&nbsp;live streaming?

The India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I&nbsp;will be available to watch online/streaming on the Disney+ Hotstar App and the website.&nbsp;

India beat Sri Lanka by 62 runs in the series opener of the three-match T20I series on Thursday evening (February 24). Being asked to bat first, India rode on Ishan Kishan's blistering 89 and Shreyas Iyer's 28-ball 57 to post a daunting 199-2 in 20 overs.

India beat Sri Lanka by 62 runs in the series opener of the three-match T20I series on Thursday evening (February 24). Being asked to bat first, India rode on Ishan Kishan's blistering 89 and Shreyas Iyer's 28-ball 57 to post a daunting 199-2 in 20 overs. In reply, Dasun Shanaka-led Sri Lanka managed only a modest 136-7 as they lost the opening game by a whopping 62-run margin. With another win under their belt, the Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue have been on a roll in the shortest format. Following their defeats in the opening two games of the 2021 T20 World Cup, India have gone onto win 10 games on the trot; their best-ever winning streak. Thus, they will like to extend their winning run and also attain an unassailable lead versus the Lankans when they take on the field in the second and penultimate T20I on Saturday evening (February 26). ALSO READ | Ind vs SL, 2nd T20I: Rohit Sharma on the cusp of achieving major milestones in Dharamshala Here is everything you need to know about the 2nd T20I - date, IST, streaming details, etc. When is India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I match taking place? India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I is scheduled to take place on February 26, 2022. Where is India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I taking place? India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I will take place at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala. At what time India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I taking place? India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I will kick off at 7:00pm (IST). ALSO READ | Ind vs SL, 2nd T20I weather report: Will rain play spoilsport in second and penultimate tie in Dharamshala? How to watch India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I live on TV? India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I will be aired live on Star Sports channels - Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Hindi HD, Star Sports 1 Tamil, Star Sports 1 Telugu, and Star Sports 1 Kannada. How to watch India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I live streaming? The India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I will be available to watch online/streaming on the Disney+ Hotstar App and the website.

INDvsSL: When and where to watch India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I - IST time and streaming details

Team India and Sri Lanka will face each other in the second and penultimate T20I on Saturday evening (February 26). The match is set to take place in the picturesque&nbsp;Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala.&nbsp;

After an emphatic performance in the series opener, the Rohit Sharma-led Indian team will be eager to close the series in the second game itself with an unassailable lead. This will help the home team to test their benched players in the third and final encounter, also to be played at the same venue on Sunday (February 27).

Talking about the 1st T20I, Rohit-led India were asked to bat first. Riding on a century stand between Rohit- Ishan Kishan (89) and Shreyas Iyer's late fireworks 28-ball 57*, India posted a mammoth 199-2. In reply, Dasun Shanaka's Islanders were never in the hunt and managed only 137-6 courtesy Charith Asalanka's unbeaten 53. Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Venkatesh Iyer's two wickets apiece helped India restrict the visitors in the tall run-chase.

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/they-were-standing-there-for-me-ishan-kishan-credits-rohit-dravid-for-backing-him-despite-poor-form-456502">They were standing there for me: Ishan Kishan credits Rohit, Dravid for backing him despite poor form</a>

Ahead of the second and penultimate T20I, here's a look at the weather forecast for the encounter:

As per a report in News18, the weather is expected to&nbsp;play spoilsport in patches -- if not a complete washout. Much to the dismay of the fans,&nbsp;rain is predicted on Saturday evening whereas the precipitation chances are&nbsp;90 percent.

On the other hand, the humidity can be around 87 percent whereas the&nbsp;wind speed can be recorded at 10 km/h. The forecast further reveals&nbsp;that the temperature can&nbsp;range from 7 degrees celsius to 10 degrees celsius.

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ishan-kishan-surpasses-ms-dhoni-rishabh-pant-to-create-new-record-for-team-india-in-t20is-456402">Ishan Kishan surpasses MS Dhoni, Rishabh Pant to create new record for Team India in T20Is</a>

India are enjoying their best-ever unbeaten streak in the format (10). Thus, the Rohit-led side will be eager to continue with their dream run and seal another series post the disastrous 2021 T20 World Cup campaign, in the UAE. Will their plans be spoiled due to rain? Only time will tell...

Team India and Sri Lanka will face each other in the second and penultimate T20I on Saturday evening (February 26). The match is set to take place in the picturesque Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala.

Team India and Sri Lanka will face each other in the second and penultimate T20I on Saturday evening (February 26). The match is set to take place in the picturesque Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala. After an emphatic performance in the series opener, the Rohit Sharma-led Indian team will be eager to close the series in the second game itself with an unassailable lead. This will help the home team to test their benched players in the third and final encounter, also to be played at the same venue on Sunday (February 27). Talking about the 1st T20I, Rohit-led India were asked to bat first. Riding on a century stand between Rohit- Ishan Kishan (89) and Shreyas Iyer's late fireworks 28-ball 57*, India posted a mammoth 199-2. In reply, Dasun Shanaka's Islanders were never in the hunt and managed only 137-6 courtesy Charith Asalanka's unbeaten 53. Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Venkatesh Iyer's two wickets apiece helped India restrict the visitors in the tall run-chase. ALSO READ | They were standing there for me: Ishan Kishan credits Rohit, Dravid for backing him despite poor form Ahead of the second and penultimate T20I, here's a look at the weather forecast for the encounter: As per a report in News18, the weather is expected to play spoilsport in patches -- if not a complete washout. Much to the dismay of the fans, rain is predicted on Saturday evening whereas the precipitation chances are 90 percent. On the other hand, the humidity can be around 87 percent whereas the wind speed can be recorded at 10 km/h. The forecast further reveals that the temperature can range from 7 degrees celsius to 10 degrees celsius. ALSO READ | Ishan Kishan surpasses MS Dhoni, Rishabh Pant to create new record for Team India in T20Is India are enjoying their best-ever unbeaten streak in the format (10). Thus, the Rohit-led side will be eager to continue with their dream run and seal another series post the disastrous 2021 T20 World Cup campaign, in the UAE. Will their plans be spoiled due to rain? Only time will tell...

Ind vs SL, 2nd T20I weather report: Will rain play spoilsport in second and penultimate tie in Dharamshala?

India thrashed Sri Lanka by 62 runs in the first of the three-match T20I series on Thursday evening (February 24) to go 1-0 up in the series. With this win, India also attained their biggest winning streak in the shortest format (10).&nbsp;

Post India's back-to-back defeats in the opening two games of the 2021 T20 World Cup, in the UAE, the Men in Blue have been on a roll with their unbeaten streak now stretching to ten games. By virtue of this, India became the second-Test playing nation to attain 10 successive wins (fourth overall).&nbsp;

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2022-to-kick-off-from-march-26-league-stage-to-be-played-in-mumbai-pune-456160">IPL 2022 to kick off from March 26, league stage to be played in Mumbai, Pune</a>

Talking about the series opener, played in Lucknow, Dasun Shanaka-led Sri Lanka won the toss and opted to bowl first. The decision backfired as Ishan Kishan-Rohit's century-stand took India off to a flier. While Rohit fell for 32-ball 44, he became the leading run-getter in the shortest format.&nbsp;

After Rohit's fall, Ishan's 56-ball 89 (at a strike-rate of 158.93) and Shreyas Iyer's 28-ball 57 not out (filled with 5 fours, 2 sixes) propelled the home side to a daunting 199-2. This effort came in the absence of Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant.&nbsp;

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sl-rohit-sharma-moves-past-martin-guptill-virat-kohli-to-become-highest-run-getter-in-t20is-456120">Ind vs SL: Rohit Sharma moves past Martin Guptill, Virat Kohli to become highest run-getter in T20Is</a>

In reply, Sri Lanka lost Pathum Nissanka on the very first ball of the steep run-chase. Bhuvneshwar Kumar also removed Kamil Mishara for cheap whereas Dinesh Chandimal, Shanaka and Chamika Karunaratne fell after getting a start each. Rohit once again rotated his bowlers with ease as Bhuvi, Venkestesh Iyer chipped in with two wickets each whereas Yuzi Chahal and Ravindra Jadeja maintained the pressure with one wicket apiece. Chahal also became the leading wicket-taker for the Men in Blue after dismissing Shanaka.&nbsp;

Eventually, SL were restricted for 137 for 6 in their full quota of overs (courtesy of Charith Asalanka's gritty 53*) as they were never in the run-chase and struggled to stitch partnerships.&nbsp;

The second and penultimate T20I will be held in Dharamshala on Saturday (February 26).

India thrashed Sri Lanka by 62 runs in the first of the three-match T20I series on Thursday evening (February 24) to go 1-0 up in the series. With this win, India also attained their biggest winning streak in the shortest format (10).

India thrashed Sri Lanka by 62 runs in the first of the three-match T20I series on Thursday evening (February 24) to go 1-0 up in the series. With this win, India also attained their biggest winning streak in the shortest format (10). Post India's back-to-back defeats in the opening two games of the 2021 T20 World Cup, in the UAE, the Men in Blue have been on a roll with their unbeaten streak now stretching to ten games. By virtue of this, India became the second-Test playing nation to attain 10 successive wins (fourth overall). ALSO READ | IPL 2022 to kick off from March 26, league stage to be played in Mumbai, Pune Talking about the series opener, played in Lucknow, Dasun Shanaka-led Sri Lanka won the toss and opted to bowl first. The decision backfired as Ishan Kishan-Rohit's century-stand took India off to a flier. While Rohit fell for 32-ball 44, he became the leading run-getter in the shortest format. After Rohit's fall, Ishan's 56-ball 89 (at a strike-rate of 158.93) and Shreyas Iyer's 28-ball 57 not out (filled with 5 fours, 2 sixes) propelled the home side to a daunting 199-2. This effort came in the absence of Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant. ALSO READ | Ind vs SL: Rohit Sharma moves past Martin Guptill, Virat Kohli to become highest run-getter in T20Is In reply, Sri Lanka lost Pathum Nissanka on the very first ball of the steep run-chase. Bhuvneshwar Kumar also removed Kamil Mishara for cheap whereas Dinesh Chandimal, Shanaka and Chamika Karunaratne fell after getting a start each. Rohit once again rotated his bowlers with ease as Bhuvi, Venkestesh Iyer chipped in with two wickets each whereas Yuzi Chahal and Ravindra Jadeja maintained the pressure with one wicket apiece. Chahal also became the leading wicket-taker for the Men in Blue after dismissing Shanaka. Eventually, SL were restricted for 137 for 6 in their full quota of overs (courtesy of Charith Asalanka's gritty 53*) as they were never in the run-chase and struggled to stitch partnerships. The second and penultimate T20I will be held in Dharamshala on Saturday (February 26).

Rohit Sharma & Co. thrash Sri Lanka in 1st T20I as India attain longest unbeaten streak in shortest format

Rohit Sharma, on Thursday (February 24), surpassed Martin Guptill and his predecessor Virat Kohli to become the highest run-getter in T20Is. At the start of the India-Sri Lanka three-match series opener, Hitman was 37 runs away from going past New Zealand opener Guptill's run-tally. Courtesy a 100-run stand with Ishan Kishan, after being asked to bat first in Lucknow, Rohit jumped from the third spot to top the list of most runs in the shortest format.

Rohit achieved the big milestone before the half-way stage with a single off spinner&nbsp;Jeffrey Vandersay in the ninth over. While he was a bit slow to start his innings, as compared to Ishan, Hitman came to his own and attained the huge feat in the T20I format. He eventually fell for a 32-ball 44.

Most runs in T20Is

Rohit Sharma - 3307*

Martin Guptill - 3299

Virat Kohli - 3263

Paul Stirling - 2,764

Aaron Finch - 2,686

Rohit has 4 hundreds in the format, at an average of&nbsp;33.07 and strike-rate of 139.94 along with 26 fifties.

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/theyre-taking-team-india-in-a-fabulous-direction-dinesh-karthik-lauds-rahul-dravid-rohit-sharma-456046">They're taking Team India in a fabulous direction: Dinesh Karthik lauds Rahul Dravid-Rohit Sharma</a>

Rohit is also playing his 123rd match in the shortest format at the international level. If he features in all three games versus the Islanders in the ongoing series, he will also become the most-capped player in the format; surpassing Shoaib Malik (124).

At the coin toss in the 1st T20I, in Lucknow, Rohit said, "We were looking to chase as well, not sure how the pitches in India plays. But we now know we need to bat well, the last time we played here, about 4 years back, the pitch played well. Nothing changes as far as the goals of the team are concerned, need to do the right things as a team, need to keep ticking all the right boxes. It's a challenge for the new gutsy - from the last game we played, we have 6 changes. Ruturaj was supposed to play, but he has a wrist injury and will not play today."

Rohit's captaincy era has started off with a bang so far in the white-ball format. He is yet to lose a single game and will hope to take India to their 10th consecutive win in T20Is -- which will be the Men in Blue's longest unbeaten streak -- during the series opener versus their Asian neighbours.

Rohit Sharma, on Thursday (February 24), surpassed Martin Guptill and his predecessor Virat Kohli to become the highest run-getter in T20Is. At the start of the India-Sri Lanka three-match series opener, Hitman was 37 runs away from going past New Zealand opener Guptill's run-tally.

Rohit Sharma, on Thursday (February 24), surpassed Martin Guptill and his predecessor Virat Kohli to become the highest run-getter in T20Is. At the start of the India-Sri Lanka three-match series opener, Hitman was 37 runs away from going past New Zealand opener Guptill's run-tally. Courtesy a 100-run stand with Ishan Kishan, after being asked to bat first in Lucknow, Rohit jumped from the third spot to top the list of most runs in the shortest format. Rohit achieved the big milestone before the half-way stage with a single off spinner Jeffrey Vandersay in the ninth over. While he was a bit slow to start his innings, as compared to Ishan, Hitman came to his own and attained the huge feat in the T20I format. He eventually fell for a 32-ball 44. Most runs in T20Is Rohit Sharma - 3307* Martin Guptill - 3299 Virat Kohli - 3263 Paul Stirling - 2,764 Aaron Finch - 2,686 Rohit has 4 hundreds in the format, at an average of 33.07 and strike-rate of 139.94 along with 26 fifties. ALSO READ | They're taking Team India in a fabulous direction: Dinesh Karthik lauds Rahul Dravid-Rohit Sharma Rohit is also playing his 123rd match in the shortest format at the international level. If he features in all three games versus the Islanders in the ongoing series, he will also become the most-capped player in the format; surpassing Shoaib Malik (124). At the coin toss in the 1st T20I, in Lucknow, Rohit said, "We were looking to chase as well, not sure how the pitches in India plays. But we now know we need to bat well, the last time we played here, about 4 years back, the pitch played well. Nothing changes as far as the goals of the team are concerned, need to do the right things as a team, need to keep ticking all the right boxes. It's a challenge for the new gutsy - from the last game we played, we have 6 changes. Ruturaj was supposed to play, but he has a wrist injury and will not play today." Rohit's captaincy era has started off with a bang so far in the white-ball format. He is yet to lose a single game and will hope to take India to their 10th consecutive win in T20Is -- which will be the Men in Blue's longest unbeaten streak -- during the series opener versus their Asian neighbours.

Ind vs SL: Rohit Sharma moves past Martin Guptill, Virat Kohli to become highest run-getter in T20Is

In Pics: Covid-hit Team India battles as Lankan Lions win T20I encounter

It will be a humdinger of a clash in Colombo after Sri Lanka secured a spine chiller to win the second T20I by four wickets. The series decider is currently between a young Indian unit and a floated Sri Lankan team. After India handled four debutants in their playing XI on Wednesday and posted an unobtrusive 132 for 5 in their 20 overs, the hosts rushed home with two balls to save and had Dhananjaya de Silva's 34-ball 40 to thank for the series-evening out win.&nbsp;The series decider or the third T20I will be played today at a similar venue – R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.&nbsp;

ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-preview-3rd-t20i-india-takes-on-sri-lanka-in-the-series-decider-401350" hreflang="en">Cricket: Preview, 3rd T20I - India takes on Sri Lanka in the series decider</a>

<h2>As the 3rd&nbsp;T20I is set to be played&nbsp;on July 28, here are all the details about the time, place,&nbsp;live streaming of India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd&nbsp;T20I.&nbsp;</h2>

<h2>When to watch&nbsp;India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd&nbsp;T20I?</h2>

The 3rd&nbsp;T20I between India and Sri Lanka will begin at 08:00 PM IST on July 29&nbsp;and the toss will take place at 07:30 PM IST.&nbsp;

<h2>Where to watch India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd&nbsp;T20I?</h2>

The match is set to take place at R&nbsp;Premadasa Stadium, Colombo in Sri Lanka.

<h2>Where will India&nbsp;vs Sri Lanka, 3rd&nbsp;T20I&nbsp;be live-streamed?&nbsp;</h2>

The 3rd&nbsp;T20I between India vs Sri Lanka will be streamed live on SonyLiv.&nbsp;

<h2>Where will&nbsp;India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd&nbsp;T20I?&nbsp;be telecasted?</h2>

The 3rd&nbsp;T20I between India vs Sri Lanka will be aired live on Sony Sports Network.

It will be a humdinger of a clash in Colombo after Sri Lanka secured a spine chiller to win the second T20I by four wickets. The series decider is currently between a young Indian unit and a floated Sri Lankan team.

It will be a humdinger of a clash in Colombo after Sri Lanka secured a spine chiller to win the second T20I by four wickets. The series decider is currently between a young Indian unit and a floated Sri Lankan team. After India handled four debutants in their playing XI on Wednesday and posted an unobtrusive 132 for 5 in their 20 overs, the hosts rushed home with two balls to save and had Dhananjaya de Silva's 34-ball 40 to thank for the series-evening out win. The series decider or the third T20I will be played today at a similar venue – R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. ALSO READ: Cricket: Preview, 3rd T20I - India takes on Sri Lanka in the series decider As the 3rd T20I is set to be played on July 28, here are all the details about the time, place, live streaming of India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I. When to watch India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I? The 3rd T20I between India and Sri Lanka will begin at 08:00 PM IST on July 29 and the toss will take place at 07:30 PM IST. Where to watch India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I? The match is set to take place at R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo in Sri Lanka. Where will India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I be live-streamed? The 3rd T20I between India vs Sri Lanka will be streamed live on SonyLiv. Where will India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I? be telecasted? The 3rd T20I between India vs Sri Lanka will be aired live on Sony Sports Network.

IND vs SL, 3rd T20I, Live streaming: When and where to watch India vs Sri Lanka?

Captain Shikhar Dhawan (46) and Suryakumar Yadav (50) directed India to 164-5 after being asked to bat first.&nbsp;

Pursuing 165 for victory, Sri Lanka were bowled out for 126 in 18.3 overs with Bhuvneshwar Kumar returning figures of 4-22 in Colombo. India lead the three-match series 1-0. Bhuvneshwar Kumar drove a disciplined bowling execution as India pounded Sri Lanka by 38 runs.&nbsp;

Spinners Krunal Pandya, Yuzvendra Chahal, debutant Varun Chakravarthy and fast bowler Hardik Pandya took one wicket each.

The second T20I was been deferred by a day after Krunal Pandya tested positive for COVID-19 and was constrained into seven-day quarantine, which means he will miss the last two matches.

ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ms-dhoni-wears-indian-retro-jersey-and-fans-cant-keep-calm-see-viral-pictures-400891" hreflang="en">MS Dhoni wears Indian retro jersey and fans can't keep calm - see viral pictures</a>

As the 2nd T20I is set to be played&nbsp;on July 27, here are all the details about the time, place,&nbsp;live streaming of India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I.&nbsp;

<h3>When to watch&nbsp;India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I?</h3>

The 2nd T20I between India and Sri Lanka will begin at 08:00 PM IST on July 28&nbsp;and the toss will take place at 07:30 PM IST.&nbsp;

<h3>Where to watch India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I?</h3>

The match is set to take place at R&nbsp;Premadasa Stadium, Colombo in Sri Lanka.

<h3>Where will&nbsp;India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I&nbsp;be live-streamed?&nbsp;</h3>

The 2nd&nbsp;T20I between India vs Sri Lanka will be streamed live on SonyLiv.&nbsp;

<h3>Where will&nbsp;India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I&nbsp;be telecasted?</h3>

The 2nd&nbsp;T20I between India vs Sri Lanka will be aired live on Sony Sports Network.

Captain Shikhar Dhawan (46) and Suryakumar Yadav (50) directed India to 164-5 after being asked to bat first. Pursuing 165 for victory, Sri Lanka were bowled out for 126 in 18.

Captain Shikhar Dhawan (46) and Suryakumar Yadav (50) directed India to 164-5 after being asked to bat first. Pursuing 165 for victory, Sri Lanka were bowled out for 126 in 18.3 overs with Bhuvneshwar Kumar returning figures of 4-22 in Colombo. India lead the three-match series 1-0. Bhuvneshwar Kumar drove a disciplined bowling execution as India pounded Sri Lanka by 38 runs. Spinners Krunal Pandya, Yuzvendra Chahal, debutant Varun Chakravarthy and fast bowler Hardik Pandya took one wicket each. The second T20I was been deferred by a day after Krunal Pandya tested positive for COVID-19 and was constrained into seven-day quarantine, which means he will miss the last two matches. ALSO READ: MS Dhoni wears Indian retro jersey and fans can't keep calm - see viral pictures As the 2nd T20I is set to be played on July 27, here are all the details about the time, place, live streaming of India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I. When to watch India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I? The 2nd T20I between India and Sri Lanka will begin at 08:00 PM IST on July 28 and the toss will take place at 07:30 PM IST. Where to watch India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I? The match is set to take place at R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo in Sri Lanka. Where will India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I be live-streamed? The 2nd T20I between India vs Sri Lanka will be streamed live on SonyLiv. Where will India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I be telecasted? The 2nd T20I between India vs Sri Lanka will be aired live on Sony Sports Network.

Cricket: When and where to watch India vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I match

Captain Shikhar Dhawan (46) and Suryakumar Yadav (50) directed India to 164-5 after being asked to bat first.&nbsp;Pursuing 165 for victory, Sri Lanka were bowled out for 126 in 18.3 overs with Bhuvneshwar Kumar returning figures of 4-22 in Colombo. India lead the three-match series 1-0. Bhuvneshwar Kumar drove a disciplined bowling execution as India pounded Sri Lanka by 38 runs.&nbsp;

Spinners Krunal Pandya, Yuzvendra Chahal, debutant Varun Chakravarthy and fast bowler Hardik Pandya took one wicket each.

The second T20I was been deferred by a day after Krunal Pandya tested positive for COVID-19 and was constrained into seven-day quarantine, which means he will miss the last two matches.

ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ms-dhoni-wears-indian-retro-jersey-and-fans-cant-keep-calm-see-viral-pictures-400891" hreflang="en">MS Dhoni wears Indian retro jersey and fans can't keep calm - see viral pictures</a>

As the 2nd T20I is set to be played&nbsp;on July 28, here are all the details about the time, place,&nbsp;live streaming of India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I.&nbsp;

<h3>When to watch&nbsp;India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I?</h3>

The 2nd T20I between India and Sri Lanka will begin at 08:00 PM IST on July 28&nbsp;and the toss will take place at 07:30 PM IST.&nbsp;

<h3>Where to watch India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I?</h3>

The match is set to take place at R&nbsp;Premadasa Stadium, Colombo in Sri Lanka.

<h3>Where will&nbsp;India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I&nbsp;be live-streamed?&nbsp;</h3>

The 2nd&nbsp;T20I between India vs Sri Lanka will be streamed live on SonyLiv.&nbsp;

<h3>Where will&nbsp;India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I&nbsp;be telecasted?</h3>

The 2nd&nbsp;T20I between India vs Sri Lanka will be aired live on Sony Sports Network.

Captain Shikhar Dhawan (46) and Suryakumar Yadav (50) directed India to 164-5 after being asked to bat first. Pursuing 165 for victory, Sri Lanka were bowled out for 126 in 18.3 overs with Bhuvneshwar Kumar returning figures of 4-22 in Colombo. India lead the three-match series 1-0. Bhuvneshwar Kumar drove a disciplined bowling execution as India pounded Sri Lanka by 38 runs. Spinners Krunal Pandya, Yuzvendra Chahal, debutant Varun Chakravarthy and fast bowler Hardik Pandya took one wicket each. The second T20I was been deferred by a day after Krunal Pandya tested positive for COVID-19 and was constrained into seven-day quarantine, which means he will miss the last two matches. ALSO READ: MS Dhoni wears Indian retro jersey and fans can't keep calm - see viral pictures As the 2nd T20I is set to be played on July 28, here are all the details about the time, place, live streaming of India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I. When to watch India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I? The 2nd T20I between India and Sri Lanka will begin at 08:00 PM IST on July 28 and the toss will take place at 07:30 PM IST. Where to watch India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I? The match is set to take place at R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo in Sri Lanka. Where will India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I be live-streamed? The 2nd T20I between India vs Sri Lanka will be streamed live on SonyLiv. Where will India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I be telecasted? The 2nd T20I between India vs Sri Lanka will be aired live on Sony Sports Network.

IND vs SL, 2nd T20I, Live streaming: When and where to watch India vs Sri Lanka?

Krunal Pandya tested positive for COVID-19. The news caused a deferment in India's T20I series in Sri Lanka. Team India will now meet Sri Lanka today for the second T20I.&nbsp;

The subsequent match was moved by a day and the two sides will play two games in consecutive days with India driving the series 1-0.&nbsp;

It's an easy decision that India will ring in the replacements for the impending match. The possible question, in this case, is if only Krunal Pandya will be supplanted or will top-order also be changed.

<h2>Head-to-Head</h2>

India lead the head-to-head record against Sri Lanka by a 14-5 edge. The teams have played against one another in 20 T20I matches.&nbsp;

India have a great lead in the head-to-head record on Sri Lankan soil. The Men dressed in Blue have won five T20Is here contrasted with only one win for the home side.&nbsp;

ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/he-never-called-me-heres-why-bhuvneshwar-kumar-is-upset-with-yuzvendra-chahal-watch-400955" hreflang="en">'He never called me': Here's why Bhuvneshwar Kumar is 'upset' with Yuzvendra Chahal - Watch</a>

<h2>Sri Lanka&nbsp;</h2>

24-year-old Charith Asalanka, one of the finds of the series for Sri Lanka, is likewise doubtful to play on Tuesday because of a hamstring injury he endured an injury during the first T20I. Lahiru Udara could make his debut.&nbsp;

Bhanuka Rajapaksa, who was struck on the finger by Hardik Pandya during his game dominating 65 in the third ODI, has been ruled out of the entire series.&nbsp;

All-rounder Ishan Jayaratne could likewise make his debut. While Akila Dananjaya ought to get another game, Praveen Jayawickrama's form in the third ODI allows him a thin opportunity of making it to the XI.&nbsp;

ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-sachin-tendulkar-helps-19-year-old-dipti-to-pursue-her-dream-of-becoming-a-doctor-400963" hreflang="en">Cricket: Sachin Tendulkar helps 19-year-old Dipti to pursue her dream of becoming a doctor</a>

<h2>India</h2>

All eight individuals distinguished as the close contacts of India allrounder Krunal Pandya have tested negative for Covid-19 in RT-PCR tests done on Tuesday. Although the identity of those players has not been uncovered by the BCCI, it is understood that they cannot travel to the ground for the last two T20Is of the Sri Lanka series.

If a possibility emerges where the management may acquire a complete overhaul in the playing XI, yet there will be sufficient ammunition in the squad to choose the playing XI from the squad. &nbsp;

Chetan Sakariya can strengthen the pace battery. With Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Deepak Chahar effectively the two fundamental seamers, Chetan Sakariya is a potential pacer.

The bowling department of the Indian side looks strong.&nbsp;Bhuvneshwar Kumar appears to have discovered the touch in his death bowling and spinners have been tight and viable.&nbsp;

Krunal Pandya tested positive for COVID-19. The news caused a deferment in India's T20I series in Sri Lanka. Team India will now meet Sri Lanka today for the second T20I.

Krunal Pandya tested positive for COVID-19. The news caused a deferment in India's T20I series in Sri Lanka. Team India will now meet Sri Lanka today for the second T20I. The subsequent match was moved by a day and the two sides will play two games in consecutive days with India driving the series 1-0. It's an easy decision that India will ring in the replacements for the impending match. The possible question, in this case, is if only Krunal Pandya will be supplanted or will top-order also be changed. Head-to-Head India lead the head-to-head record against Sri Lanka by a 14-5 edge. The teams have played against one another in 20 T20I matches. India have a great lead in the head-to-head record on Sri Lankan soil. The Men dressed in Blue have won five T20Is here contrasted with only one win for the home side. ALSO READ: 'He never called me': Here's why Bhuvneshwar Kumar is 'upset' with Yuzvendra Chahal - Watch Sri Lanka 24-year-old Charith Asalanka, one of the finds of the series for Sri Lanka, is likewise doubtful to play on Tuesday because of a hamstring injury he endured an injury during the first T20I. Lahiru Udara could make his debut. Bhanuka Rajapaksa, who was struck on the finger by Hardik Pandya during his game dominating 65 in the third ODI, has been ruled out of the entire series. All-rounder Ishan Jayaratne could likewise make his debut. While Akila Dananjaya ought to get another game, Praveen Jayawickrama's form in the third ODI allows him a thin opportunity of making it to the XI. ALSO READ: Cricket: Sachin Tendulkar helps 19-year-old Dipti to pursue her dream of becoming a doctor India All eight individuals distinguished as the close contacts of India allrounder Krunal Pandya have tested negative for Covid-19 in RT-PCR tests done on Tuesday. Although the identity of those players has not been uncovered by the BCCI, it is understood that they cannot travel to the ground for the last two T20Is of the Sri Lanka series. If a possibility emerges where the management may acquire a complete overhaul in the playing XI, yet there will be sufficient ammunition in the squad to choose the playing XI from the squad. Chetan Sakariya can strengthen the pace battery. With Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Deepak Chahar effectively the two fundamental seamers, Chetan Sakariya is a potential pacer. The bowling department of the Indian side looks strong. Bhuvneshwar Kumar appears to have discovered the touch in his death bowling and spinners have been tight and viable.

Cricket: IND vs SL, 2nd T20I- Sri Lanka expected to fight back as India look for series win

After winning the One-Day International series 2-1 against Sri Lanka, the Shikhar Dhawan-led team India is all set to take on the opponents in a three-match T20I series, which will kick off from July 25 (Sunday).

After winning the One-Day International series 2-1 against Sri Lanka, the Shikhar Dhawan-led team India is all set to take on the opponents in a three-match T20I series, which will kick off from July 25 (Sunday). The visitors are is riding on confidence after winning the ODI series and will look to wrap up the tour with another trophy. On the other hand, Sri Lanka will assess their chances for the upcoming T20 World Cup. For India, it will be the final set of games that they will play ahead of the T20 World Cup, and the Men in Blue will look forward to winning the series before starting their preparations for the World Cup, which is scheduled to take place from October 17 to November 14 this year in the UAE and Oman. Also Read: Shoaib Akhtar predicts winner of T20 World Cup, says 'India will lose to Pakistan' The series will also give an idea to the Indian management about the team's bench strength as the youngsters will be keen to impress with their performance ahead of the World Cup. Here's what Shikhar Dhawan said: 🗣️ 🗣️: Captain @SDhawan25 exudes confidence in the #TeamIndia youngsters ahead of the #SLvIND T20I series. 👍 👍 pic.twitter.com/wjeFb3o9tR — BCCI (@BCCI) July 24, 2021 × As the series is set to begin on July 25, here are all the details about time, place, live streaming of India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I. When to watch India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I? The 1st T20I between India and Sri Lanka will begin at 08:00 PM IST on July 25 and the toss will take place half-hour before, that is, 07:30 PM IST. Where to watch India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I? The match is set to take place at R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo in Sri Lanka. Where will India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I be live-streamed? The 1st T20I between India vs Sri Lanka will be streamed live on SonyLiv. Where will India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I be telecasted? The 1st T20I between India vs Sri Lanka will be aired live on Sony Sports Network. Click here for all sports related updates!

IND vs SL, 1st T20I: When and where to watch India vs Sri Lanka 1st T20I match

India and Sri Lanka are all set to lock horns in the T20I series that will start from July 25 (Sunday). A few months before the start of the T20 World Cup, this entire series is expected to give plenty of entertainment to the spectators. On one hand, India will go all guns blazing with some of the prominent Indian Premier League (IPL) stars, on the other hand, Sri Lankans have to get an idea regarding their chances of getting to the Super 12s in the T20 World Cup.&nbsp;

Read Preview Here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-after-clinching-odi-series-india-take-on-sri-lanka-in-a-three-match-t20i-series-400490">After clinching ODI series, India take on Sri Lanka in a three-match T20I series</a>

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
🗣️ 🗣️: Captain <a href="https://twitter.com/SDhawan25?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SDhawan25</a> exudes confidence in the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> youngsters ahead of the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SLvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SLvIND</a> T20I series. 👍 👍 <a href="https://t.co/wjeFb3o9tR">pic.twitter.com/wjeFb3o9tR</a>
— BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/1418943001670397965?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 24, 2021</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

Here are some facts and trivia:

-India and Sri Lanka have played 19 T20Is and India emerged victorious in 13.&nbsp;

-Sri Lanka last won a bilateral T20I series in 2019, when they toured Pakistan, but since then they have lost each of their next five series.&nbsp;

-Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has 16 wickets in 17 T20Is since the 50-over World Cup in 2019. On the other hand, Kuldeep Yadav, Krunal Pandya and Rahul Chahar took 10 wickets combined in 13 outings.&nbsp;

-In the previous five completed T20Is, Sri Lanka have lost four on the other hand, India lost two games.&nbsp;

-The conditions today are expected to be cloudy,&nbsp;it might rain and the Khettarama pitch could turn.

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sl-1st-t20i-when-and-where-to-watch-india-vs-sri-lanka-1st-t20i-match-400485">IND vs SL, 1st T20I: When and where to watch India vs Sri Lanka 1st T20I match</a>

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Great to have you back gents 😊<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> bowling coach B.Arun, <a href="https://twitter.com/Wriddhipops?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Wriddhipops</a> and Abhimanyu Easwaran have joined the team in Durham. <a href="https://t.co/VdXFE4aoK0">pic.twitter.com/VdXFE4aoK0</a>
— BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/1418864397989122049?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 24, 2021</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

Who said what?:&nbsp;

Avishka Fernando: &nbsp;"I did change a few little things between the England series and this one. I had an issue with my front leg going to the off side too much. So I corrected that in training, and then because of that I was able to get back in the runs."

Shikhar Dhawan: "On a personal note, the series is very important. I am really looking forward to perform here, on a personal level, and making my position stronger for the World Cup contention, and then we'll see how it goes."

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/shoaib-akhtar-predicts-winner-of-t20-world-cup-says-india-will-lose-to-pakistan-400357">Shoaib Akhtar predicts winner of T20 World Cup, says 'India will lose to Pakistan'</a>

Click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports">here</a>&nbsp;for all sports related updates!

India and Sri Lanka are all set to lock horns in the T20I series that will start from July 25 (Sunday). A few months before the start of the T20 World Cup, this entire series is expected to give plenty of entertainment to the spectators.

India and Sri Lanka are all set to lock horns in the T20I series that will start from July 25 (Sunday). A few months before the start of the T20 World Cup, this entire series is expected to give plenty of entertainment to the spectators. On one hand, India will go all guns blazing with some of the prominent Indian Premier League (IPL) stars, on the other hand, Sri Lankans have to get an idea regarding their chances of getting to the Super 12s in the T20 World Cup. Read Preview Here: After clinching ODI series, India take on Sri Lanka in a three-match T20I series 🗣️ 🗣️: Captain @SDhawan25 exudes confidence in the #TeamIndia youngsters ahead of the #SLvIND T20I series. 👍 👍 pic.twitter.com/wjeFb3o9tR — BCCI (@BCCI) July 24, 2021 × Here are some facts and trivia: -India and Sri Lanka have played 19 T20Is and India emerged victorious in 13. -Sri Lanka last won a bilateral T20I series in 2019, when they toured Pakistan, but since then they have lost each of their next five series. -Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has 16 wickets in 17 T20Is since the 50-over World Cup in 2019. On the other hand, Kuldeep Yadav, Krunal Pandya and Rahul Chahar took 10 wickets combined in 13 outings. -In the previous five completed T20Is, Sri Lanka have lost four on the other hand, India lost two games. -The conditions today are expected to be cloudy, it might rain and the Khettarama pitch could turn. Also Read: IND vs SL, 1st T20I: When and where to watch India vs Sri Lanka 1st T20I match Great to have you back gents 😊#TeamIndia bowling coach B.Arun, @Wriddhipops and Abhimanyu Easwaran have joined the team in Durham. pic.twitter.com/VdXFE4aoK0 — BCCI (@BCCI) July 24, 2021 × Who said what?: Avishka Fernando: "I did change a few little things between the England series and this one. I had an issue with my front leg going to the off side too much. So I corrected that in training, and then because of that I was able to get back in the runs." Shikhar Dhawan: "On a personal note, the series is very important. I am really looking forward to perform here, on a personal level, and making my position stronger for the World Cup contention, and then we'll see how it goes." Also Read: Shoaib Akhtar predicts winner of T20 World Cup, says 'India will lose to Pakistan' Click here for all sports related updates!

Cricket- India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I: Major facts, trivia and head-to-head records