NEW DELHI: Skipper Dasun Shanaka on Thursday lauded the all-round efficiency of his bowlers after Sri Lanka’s five-wicket win over Bangladesh within the Asia Cup Group B match in Pallekele.
Young pacer Matheesha Pathirana led the assault from the entrance, grabbing 4 for 32 as Bangladesh folded for a paltry 164 after opting to bat.
The hosts then rode on Sadeera Samarawickrama’s 54 off 77 balls and Charith Asalanka‘s unbeaten 62 off 92 balls to overtake the goal with 39 overs to spare.
“The way the bowlers executed, credit to them. Especially Theekshana up front, Dhananjaya, and Pathirana who’s bowling so well. It was a tricky surface. The way Sadeera batted, today was his day. Asalanka has been outstanding over last two years. Good signs for Sri Lankan cricket,” stated Shanaka.
Young pacer Matheesha Pathirana led the assault from the entrance, grabbing 4 for 32 as Bangladesh folded for a paltry 164 after opting to bat.
The hosts then rode on Sadeera Samarawickrama’s 54 off 77 balls and Charith Asalanka‘s unbeaten 62 off 92 balls to overtake the goal with 39 overs to spare.
“The way the bowlers executed, credit to them. Especially Theekshana up front, Dhananjaya, and Pathirana who’s bowling so well. It was a tricky surface. The way Sadeera batted, today was his day. Asalanka has been outstanding over last two years. Good signs for Sri Lankan cricket,” stated Shanaka.
Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan stated his group was a minimum of 60-70 runs quick.
“It wasn’t a 300 wicket. 220-230 would’ve given us more chance. Didn’t bat well as a unit. Have to regroup, have another important game in a couple of days.
“We picked up wickets however did not have sufficient on the board. There had been a whole lot of nerves once we began the sport. Lots of fellows taking part in Asia Cup for the primary time. They’ve been taking part in good cricket that is why they’re within the dressing room,” stated Shakib.
(With inputs from PTI)
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com