Sri Lanka crushes Oman by 10 wickets in World Cup 2023 Qualifier

In a Group B encounter of the World Cup 2023 Qualifier at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo, Sri Lanka secured a comprehensive 10-wicket victory over Oman. This win marked Sri Lanka’s second victory in the group stage, propelling them to the top of the table with four points from two matches.

Chasing a modest target of 99 runs, Sri Lanka’s openers, Pathum Nissanka (37) and Dimuth Karunaratne (61), provided a solid start to the innings. The duo displayed excellent shot selection and capitalized on loose deliveries. Karunaratne, in particular, continued his remarkable form by scoring his fourth consecutive ODI century. The openers stitched together a 100-run partnership, comfortably guiding Sri Lanka to victory in just 15 overs. This resounding win not only secured the points but also improved Sri Lanka’s net run rate.

Earlier in the match, Sri Lan

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