NEW DELHI: Skipper Dasun Shanaka on Thursday lauded the all-round efficiency of his bowlers upcoming Sri Lanka’s five-wicket win over Bangladesh within the Asia Cup Team B fit in Pallekele.
Younger pacer Matheesha Pathirana led the assault from the entrance, grabbing 4 for 32 as Bangladesh folded for a paltry 164 upcoming opting to bat.
The hosts next rode on Sadeera Samarawickrama’s 54 off 77 balls and Charith Asalanka‘s unbeaten 62 off 92 balls to overtake the objective with 39 overs to supplementary.
“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,” mentioned Shanaka.
Younger pacer Matheesha Pathirana led the assault from the entrance, grabbing 4 for 32 as Bangladesh folded for a paltry 164 upcoming opting to bat.
The hosts next rode on Sadeera Samarawickrama’s 54 off 77 balls and Charith Asalanka‘s unbeaten 62 off 92 balls to overtake the objective with 39 overs to supplementary.
“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,” mentioned Shanaka.
Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan mentioned his staff was once no less than 60-70 runs snip.
“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 didn’t have plethora at the board. There have been a quantity of nerves once we began the sport. Loads of guys taking part in Asia Cup for the primary age. They’ve been taking part in excellent cricket that’s why they’re within the dressing room,” mentioned Shakib.
(With inputs from PTI)
