Tri-Nation Series: Dhoni stars in thrilling tie

[[IMAGE: After his last-over heroics against Australia on Sunday, Dhoni played another important innings to save the world champions from defeat. PHOTO: AFP ]] ADELAIDE:? India and Sri Lanka tied their Tri-Nation Series One-Day International (ODI) after, needing four off the last ball, MS Dhoni scampered through for three. Both teams finished on 236 for nine from their 50 overs after India had needed nine to win off the final over bowled by Lasith Malinga. Dhoni, who steered India to a final-over victory against Australia on Sunday, failed to replicate that success. “I looked to stay till the end,” said Dhoni. “Malinga is difficult to hit so we were looking to target Mathews. The last hit was difficult. When you need 10 or 12 in the last over your heart rate will always be up.” Dhoni finished unbeaten on 58 off 69 balls, while opener Gautam Gambhir was out for 91

Tri Nation Series: Dhoni stars in thrilling tie

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Tri-Nation Series: Dhoni stars in thrilling tie

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