India showcased absolute superiority in the 2023 Asia Cup final, overwhelming Sri Lanka in every department. By chasing down 51 runs in a mere 6.1 overs, India extended their record to eight Asia Cup titles. This match stood out as one of India's most authoritative ODI wins, largely thanks to Mohammed Siraj's incredible six-wicket performance. The chase was a formality, with openers Shubman Gill (27) and Ishan Kishan (23) making quick work of the target while Sri Lanka struggled to find any rhythm.
Men in Blue exhibited a dominant play to crush Sri Lanka in the summit clash of the 2023 Asia Cup tournament. India won their record-extending eighth Asia Cup victory by chasing down the 51-run mark in just 6.1 overs. It was one of India’s most dominant ODI performances, as they absolutely stamped their authority over Sri Lanka. With his six-wicket haul, Mohammed Siraj delivered a stint to remember. Indian openers Shubman Gill (27) and Ishan Kishan (23) made a mockery of the chase as the hosts looked down and out right from the start.
Captain Dasun Shanaka's choice to bat first proved disastrous, starting with Jasprit Bumrah cleaning up Kusal Perera for zero in the very first over. Siraj then tightened the screws with a maiden over, setting the stage for a historic sequence where the pacer snatched four wickets in a single over, leaving the Sri Lankan batting lineup in ruins.
The downfall was triggered by a stunning catch from Ravindra Jadeja to remove Pathum Nissanka (2). Siraj kept the pressure high, bowling a pinpoint delivery to trap Sadeera Samarawickrama (0) LBW, while Charith Asalanka fell for a golden duck after a lapse in judgment. Siraj then polished off Shanaka (0) and Kusal Mendis (17) with two exceptional balls. To wrap things up, Hardik Pandya stepped in to claim the final three wickets, bowling Sri Lanka out for a meager 50—their second-worst score in ODI history.
India's focus now shifts to their upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia, taking place on home soil from September 22 to September 27.