Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill To Be Dismissed By Same Bowler; IND vs SL 3rd ODI Player Battles

Wellalage could be a threat to Rohit and Gill [PTI]

On Wednesday, India and Sri Lanka will collide for the one final time in the ongoing three-match ODI series. Having lost the second match, India are trailing by 0-1 and hence would try their heart out to secure a win and level the series. 

On the other hand, Sri Lanka have been absolutely phenomenal across departments. After losing the T20I leg, the hosts bounced back remarkably, recording an emphatic victory to take an unassailable lead in the series. 

Meanwhile, there are some on-field contests which could determine the game's outcome. So, before the game begins, let's analyse and find out the top five player battles for this match. 

Shubman Gill vs Dunith Wellalage (ODIs)

Regarded as the next big thing in Indian cricket, Shubman Gill hasn't risen to the occasion so far in the ODI series. 

As the Punjab-batter aims for resurgence, Sri Lanka's Dunith Wellalage could be a serious threat to him, as he has dismissed him twice in 45 balls. 

Rohit Sharma vs Dunith Wellalage (ODIs)

Wellalage also has an impressive record against Rohit Sharma, having dismissed him twice in 41 deliveries. 

So, Sri Lanka might use him up front against the Indian captain, who has been absolutely ruthless with his batting approach in this series. 

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Pathum Nissanka vs Mohammed Siraj (ODIs)

Siraj dismissed Nissanka in the 2nd ODI [PTI]

In-form Sri Lankan opener Pathum Nissanka had a great start to the series, as he slammed a scintillating fifty in the first game. 

However, he found it challenging to face Mohammed Siraj, who dismissed him with a sharp out-swinger in the last match. 

So, it will be interesting to see how Nissanka tackles Siraj's channel bowling, as the Indian seamer is known for hitting the corridor of uncertainty. 

Rohit Sharma vs Asitha Fernando (ODIs)

Indian captain Rohit Sharma has come out with all guns blazing, exploiting the hard new ball and field restrictions in the power play. 

He has dominated Sri Lanka's premier pacer Asitha Fernando, which is why this battle will be worth-watching in the third ODI. 

Charith Asalanka vs Kuldeep Yadav

Despite being impressive with the ball, Sri Lankan captain Charith Asalanka has had a forgettable time with the bat this series. 

The southpaw averages just over 19.50 and his contest with Kuldeep Yadav could be game-defining as the Indian spinner has got him thrice in ODIs. 

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