T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka spin a web, Ireland drop game

Sri Lanka secured a 20-run victory over Ireland in their T20 World Cup opener, thanks to a stellar bowling performance from Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana. Despite a mid-innings slump and dropped catches, Sri Lanka posted 163, with Kusal Mendis and Kamindu Mendis providing crucial late impetus. Ireland faltered in their chase, losing wickets rapidly.

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka spin a web, Ireland drop game
Sri Lanka secured a 20-run victory over Ireland in their T20 World Cup opener, thanks to a stellar bowling performance from Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana. Despite a mid-innings slump and dropped catches, Sri Lanka posted 163, with Kusal Mendis and Kamindu Mendis providing crucial late impetus. Ireland faltered in their chase, losing wickets rapidly.