In the ICC Cricket World Cup Group 'A' match at Hambantota, co-hosts, Sri Lanka, secured 210-run victory against Canada. Chasing a formidable victory target of 333 runs, Canada made only 122 runs in 36.5 overs a short while ago.Electing to bat after winning the toss, helped by Mahela Jayawardene's aggressive century and an impressive knock of 92 from Skipper Kumar Sangakkara, Sri Lanka piled up 332 for seven in their 50 overs. For Jayawardene, it was his second World Cup ton and also his 12th ODI hundred.In tomorrow's only match of the World Cup, defending champions Australia meet Zimbabwe at the Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad. All India Radio will broadcast live commentary on the match. The commentary can be heard on Rajdhani Channel and FM Gold from 2 P.M. onwards.
News On AIR | February 20, 2011 9:52 PM
WC 2011: Sri Lanka open account with crushing victory