Totally Viral/ MS Dhoni-style run out by Sri Lanka keeper Kusal Mendis leaves England batter stunned - WATCH

In the ongoing 2023 ODI World Cup match between Sri Lanka and England, Kusal Mendis, widely recognized as the tournament's top wicketkeeper, showcased exceptional skills with a stunning run-out of Adil Rashid at the non-striker's end. England's batting line-up faced a series of setbacks, struggling to recover, while the Sri Lankan bowlers maintained their grip on the game. Despite Ben Stokes' valiant efforts to bolster the score, Sri Lankan bowlers kept taking wickets, firmly establishing their dominance in the match.

3 things you need to know

• Both Sri Lanka and England have two points in four games in ODI World Cup 2023
• The team that wins this match will gain an advantage on the points table
• Sri Lanka are looking good to defeat England after dismissing them for 156

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Kusal Mendis effects MS Dhoni-style run out

This pivotal moment unfolded at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru during the 31st over, leaving England in dire straits. Unfortunately for England, their fortunes appeared to be dwindling, as Adil Rashid became the victim of Kusal Mendis' exceptional cricketing acumen at the non-striker's end. Kusal Mendis effectuated an MS Dhoni-style run out to remove Rashid. He threw the ball from the striker's end as Rashid was out of his crease following the delivery of the ball that David Willey missed. Currently, England are on the brink of defeat as they managed to accumulate only 156 runs in the first innings.

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Who will gain an advantage on the ODI World Cup points table?

As it stands, England posted a total of 156 runs and were dismissed in just 34 overs. The defending champions have set a target that the Sri Lankans may not find hard to chase down. Sri Lanka now have an opportunity to make a resounding statement in the 2023 ODI World Cup its second consecutive game. England are having a very abysmal World Cup campaign with just one victory in four matches thus far.