The cricketing rivalry between India and Sri Lanka is one steeped in history, geography, and intense sporting drama. While it may not always carry the visceral edge of an India-Pakistan clash or the historical weight of The Ashes, it is a contest defined by flair, incredible talent, and a shared love for the game that unites billions across the subcontinent. From the days of Gavaskar vs. Mendis to Kohli vs. Malinga, this rivalry has evolved with the times, finding a thrilling new expression in the shortest format of the game: Twenty20 Internationals.
This article provides a meticulous statistical and narrative deep dive into the head-to-head record between these two cricketing giants in T20Is, with a special focus on dissecting their ten most recent encounters. We will explore the patterns, the heroes, the venues, and the moments that have defined this modern chapter of a classic rivalry.
Match 1: 3rd T20I, India Tour of Sri Lanka 2024
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Tournament | India tour of Sri Lanka 2024 |
| Venue | Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune |
| Date | 07 January 2024 |
| Toss Winner | Sri Lanka |
| Toss Decision | Field |
| India | 228/5 (20.0 Ov) |
| Sri Lanka | 189/8 (20.0 Ov) |
| Result | India won by 39 runs |
| Player of the Match | Shivam Dube (India) |
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Match 2: 2nd T20I, India Tour of Sri Lanka 2024
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Tournament | India tour of Sri Lanka 2024 |
| Venue | Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore |
| Date | 05 January 2024 |
| Toss Winner | India |
| Toss Decision | Field |
| India | 180/5 (16.0 Ov) |
| Sri Lanka | 172/5 (20.0 Ov) |
| Result | India won by 6 wickets (with 24 balls remaining) |
| Player of the Match | Axar Patel (India) |
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Match 3: 1st T20I, India Tour of Sri Lanka 2024
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Tournament | India tour of Sri Lanka 2024 |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Date | 03 January 2024 |
| Toss Winner | India |
| Toss Decision | Field |
| India | 162/5 (17.5 Ov) |
| Sri Lanka | 160/10 (19.5 Ov) |
| Result | India won by 5 wickets (with 13 balls remaining) |
| Player of the Match | Shivam Dube (India) |
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Match 4: 3rd T20I, Sri Lanka Tour of India 2023
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Sri Lanka tour of India 2023 |
| Venue | Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot |
| Date | 07 January 2023 |
| Toss Winner | India |
| Toss Decision | Bat |
| India | 228/5 (20.0 Ov) |
| Sri Lanka | 137/10 (16.4 Ov) |
| Result | India won by 91 runs |
| Player of the Match | Suryakumar Yadav (India) |
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Match 5: 2nd T20I, Sri Lanka Tour of India 2023
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Sri Lanka tour of India 2023 |
| Venue | Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune |
| Date | 05 January 2023 |
| Toss Winner | Sri Lanka |
| Toss Decision | Field |
| India | 190/8 (20.0 Ov) |
| Sri Lanka | 191/6 (19.4 Ov) |
| Result | Sri Lanka won by 4 wickets (with 2 balls remaining) |
| Player of the Match | Axar Patel (India) |
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Match 6: 1st T20I, Sri Lanka Tour of India 2023
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Sri Lanka tour of India 2023 |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Date | 03 January 2023 |
| Toss Winner | India |
| Toss Decision | Field |
| India | 162/5 (18.1 Ov) |
| Sri Lanka | 160/10 (19.5 Ov) |
| Result | India won by 5 wickets (with 11 balls remaining) |
| Player of the Match | Deepak Hooda (India) |
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Match 7: 2nd T20I, India Tour of Sri Lanka 2021
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Tournament | India tour of Sri Lanka 2021 |
| Venue | R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| Date | 28 July 2021 |
| Toss Winner | Sri Lanka |
| Toss Decision | Field |
| India | 132/5 (20.0 Ov) |
| Sri Lanka | 133/6 (19.4 Ov) |
| Result | Sri Lanka won by 4 wickets (with 2 balls remaining) |
| Player of the Match | Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka) |
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Match 8: 1st T20I, India Tour of Sri Lanka 2021
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Tournament | India tour of Sri Lanka 2021 |
| Venue | R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| Date | 25 July 2021 |
| Toss Winner | India |
| Toss Decision | Bat |
| India | 164/5 (20.0 Ov) |
| Sri Lanka | 126/10 (18.3 Ov) |
| Result | India won by 38 runs |
| Player of the Match | Suryakumar Yadav (India) |
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Match 9: 3rd T20I, Sri Lanka Tour of India 2020
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Sri Lanka tour of India 2020 |
| Venue | Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune |
| Date | 10 January 2020 |
| Toss Winner | India |
| Toss Decision | Field |
| India | 201/6 (20.0 Ov) |
| Sri Lanka | 123/10 (15.5 Ov) |
| Result | India won by 78 runs |
| Player of the Match | Virat Kohli (India) |
Match 10: 2nd T20I, Sri Lanka Tour of India 2020
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Sri Lanka tour of India 2020 |
| Venue | Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore |
| Date | 07 January 2020 |
| Toss Winner | India |
| Toss Decision | Field |
| India | 142/3 (17.3 Ov) |
| Sri Lanka | 142/9 (20.0 Ov) |
| Result | India won by 7 wickets (with 15 balls remaining) |
| Player of the Match | Shardul Thakur (India) |
