India edge thrilling one-dayer
India secured a three-run victory in a thrilling finish to the first ODI against Sri Lanka in Rajkot, taking a 1-0 lead in the five-match series.
Virender Sehwag hammered 146 off 102 deliveries and featured in century partnerships with Sachin Tendulkar (69) and Mahendra Singh Dhoni (72) as India finished on 414 for seven.
Sri Lanka replied in similar style with Tillakaratne Dilshan smashing 160 and contributing to substantial stands with Upul Tharanga (67) and Kumar Sangakkara (90).
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