Jeffrey Vandersay talks about dismantling India batting in second ODI

Jeffrey Vandersay's six-wicket haul propelled Sri Lanka to victory over India in the second ODI in Colombo, bringing them within reach of their first bilateral series win against their Asian rivals since 1997.

Vandersay entered the attack in the 12th over with India cruising at 80/0, chasing Sri Lanka's total of 240/9. By the time he completed his spell in the 24th over, India had slumped to 147/6, putting Sri Lanka firmly in control.

The right-arm leg-spinner started by dismissing India captain Rohit Sharma for 64, then went on to claim the key wickets of Shubman Gill (35), Shivam Dube (0), Virat Kohli (14), Shreyas Iyer (0), and KL Rahul (0).

His performance was instrumental in securing Sri Lanka's emphatic 32-run win, giving them a 1-0 lead and a chance to clinch a rare series triumph over India.

"There was a lot of pressure coming into the side. I am coming out of a layoff. It is easier to take credit (for myself)," Vandersay said after the match.

"But I want to give credit to the batters as well, who put 240 on the board.

"Hasaranga is our No.1 spinner. I got to understand the atmosphere of the team and team balance. I have to keep pushing myself.

"There was assistance in the wicket, I was trying to hit the good areas. Once I got my first wicket (Rohit), that built up my confidence."

Vandersay also praised Kamindu Mendis for a game-changing catch that dismissed Gill,

"Gill was going nicely, so with that blinder of a catch, Kamindu turned everything around," Vandersay said.

Vandersay also thanked the crowd for backing them during the second ODI.

"People still love us and want to back us," Vandersay said. "No point if we go and play the game if there's no backing - if there are no supporters. As much as we want to play the game and win, we need them supporting us. It's a process. It will take time. But I believe we are on the right track."