SL vs AUS: Fans become Gaga as Charit Asalanka destroys an astonishing ton against Australia in the first ODI
Sri LankaDeciding to win a toss and choose to hit first with the first ODI Australia It looked like a confident move, but soon turned into a nightmare. The top order collapsed under the relentless pressure of Australia’s paced attack, with the hosts getting caught up in 31/4 within the first seven overs. Something like that and Pathum nissanka, Avishka Fernandoand Somewhere in the mentor Back at the pavilion, the Sri Lankan innings looked destined to disaster. But in the midst of chaos, one man has grown taller – Charit Asalanka.
Charith Asalanka gives a gritty captain knock
Asaranka’s innings were nothing but heroes. Walking in the volatile 31/4, the left-handed man showed immeasurable grit and determination to stabilize the ship. Asaranka retained his position, calculating careful defense and offensiveness while the wicket continued to fall to the other side. His ability to spin the strike and find boundaries at key moments kept Sri Lanka’s hope alive.
His inning highlight came 42nd when he tapped the slower ball Nathan Ellis Behind the points that nurture his century. The crowd exploded with applause as Asalanka lifted his bat and recognized the cheers from the stands. He was a masterclass in resilience and adaptability, including his 127 off 126 balls, 14 Fours and 5 Sives.
Asaranka’s One Show in the Collapse
Asaranka’s knock was even more noteworthy given the lack of support from the other end. Apart from Danis WellerageA short cameo of 30, the other batters were unable to surpass the 20-run mark. Sri Lanka’s innings were two half stories: early collapse and Asalanka’s rebellious resistance. Despite his heroism, Sri Lanka was eventually bowled out at 214 in 46 overs. However, Asalanca’s century ensured what the hosts should fight for, injecting pride in their otherwise disappointing batting performance.
Australia’s dominant bowling display
Australian bowlers deserve credit for their disciplined, offensive approach. Spencer Johnson and Aaron Hardy He suffered an early hit, reducing Sri Lanka to 6/2 within the first two overs. Ellis was a bowler’s pick, finishing 2/23 in 9 overs. Shawn Abbott I chipped in with three important wickets. Visitor fielding was equally impressive, with sharp catches and agile ground fielding added to the calamity of Sri Lanka. Matthew ShortDiving catch to reject Camind’s mistake and Alex CarryThe safe hand behind the stump was a standout moment on the field.
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Here’s how the fans responded:
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– Sri Lanka Tweet π±π° (@srilankatweet) February 12, 2025
Captain’s knock! Charith Asalanka leads head-on in a brilliant century! ππͺ#CharithaSalanka #SLV Source pic.twitter.com/vnzozdqusy
– Sri Lanka Cricket π±π° (@officialslc) February 12, 2025
Charith Asalanka gets a putt from the bump in Alex Carey NA fist from Steve Smith after his incredible 127 runs.
The 86th inning of Charith’s run came from six boundaries.#SLV Source #sri pic.twitter.com/pufxmpk0pa
-Prasanna Rodrigo (@prasanrod) February 12, 2025
After a series of low scores, Charith Asalanka brings out a great battle π― – his fourth in ODIS #slvaus pic.twitter.com/f5ku7myvhz
– ThePoppingCrease (@poppingcreasesa) February 12, 2025
Sri Lanka’s Chalis Asaranka celebrates after winning the first century. #slvausodi pic.twitter.com/7jelzftuiv
– Robert Cianflone ββ(@sportsnapper71) February 12, 2025
Srilanka 135 for 9 to 214 against Australia
-Thank you to his partner Eschamp Maringa 1* (26)
Asaranka defeated 127 runs from 126 balls, one army, one of the best knocks in Sri Lankan history. pic.twitter.com/lvjrnot1ru
– Johns. (@criccrazyjohns) February 12, 2025
Certainly the most single warrior inning, one of the best century.
I bow to Charith Asalanka pic.twitter.com/cipijlhxxo
– πππππ (@dhoni_tweetz) February 12, 2025
Charith Asalanka’s 127 in the first ODI with Australia today is one of the best innings you’ve ever seen!
Sri Lanka was 135/8 and Asaranka was 50 years old when nine men went out into the bat. With him he added another 79 runs to the total, of which 78 came out of his bat. What a player! pic.twitter.com/xyosdkvktt
-Janaka nimalachandra (@jnimalachandra) February 12, 2025
Well made in the century of Charith Asalanka
– His fourth ODI 100
– He was 50 when Maringa joined himWhat an inning!!!#SLV Sourcepic.twitter.com/cplxckewhy
-RohitBalyan (@rohit_balyan) February 12, 2025
Charith Asalanka just played one of the best ODI innings of the decade. π€― pic.twitter.com/ul2j9u2g0y
-nowz) – @ @ @ @ @ english) February 12, 2025
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