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India's cricket team continues to showcase exceptional skills in the ODI World Cup 2023, clinching victories in all their six initial matches, edging closer to the semi-finals. On a pivotal Thursday encounter at Mumbai's renowned Wankhede Stadium, Indian captain Rohit Sharma shared insights on the team's focus and the urge to continually evolve, avoiding complacency.
As Sri Lanka chose to field after the toss, Rohit acknowledged the advantages of the pitch and the potential for their seamers under the evening lights. He expressed pride in leading the team in a venue intertwined with his cricketing journey, emphasizing the team's dedication to consistent improvement, level-headedness, and meeting their objectives with every game.
India's team remains unchanged for the match against Sri Lanka, aiming to replicate their Asia Cup 2023 success, where they emerged victorious over the Sri Lankan team, including the final.
India’s lineup includes Rohit Sharma (captain), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Suryakumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, and Mohammed Siraj. Sri Lanka fields Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis (wicketkeeper/captain), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Angelo Mathews, Dushan Hemantha, Maheesh Theekshana, Kasun Rajitha, Dushmantha Chameera, and Dilshan Madushanka.
Recalling the 2011 World Cup final at Wankhede, where MS Dhoni's India overcame Sri Lanka, the team aspires to secure their semi-final berth with another win. Eager to end the wait for an ICC trophy since the 2013 Champions Trophy, Rohit Sharma's squad is set to maintain their momentum and stay focused on the ultimate prize.
