Sri Lanka sealed it three-match ODI series against West India Thanks to his excellent performance in the second game as well Mahesh Theekshanathe rotational luminosity of . The off-spinner has been breaking the batting order in the Caribbean, with key players including Alik Atanazin a display that captivated the fans and gave Sri Lanka a 2-0 lead.
Maheesh Theekshana’s magical delivery clears Alik Athanaz
In the third over of the West Indies innings, Theekshana delivered what could be described as the ball of the match. Facing promising Caribbean batsman Athanaze, Theekshana hit a sliding shot towards mid-stump, forcing Athanaze to bend forward. The ball spun sharply, beat the outside edge of the batter and hit the top of the off stump. Athanaze could only see his stumps break, leaving just 1 run off 3 balls. Theekshana’s joy was evident as she jumped and punched the air to celebrate the delivery of the dream.
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#ICYMI: Tricky Theekshana took 3/26 and won the Player of the Match award as he clinically sealed the Sri Lankan ODI series.
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Theekshana’s influence did not end with Athanaz. The spinner continued his dominance by claiming two more crucial goals. He scored Keacy Carty 6 and later dismissed Hayden Walsh for just 1, ending with remarkable figures of 3 wickets for 25 runs in his 9 overs. His exceptional economy of 2.80 was instrumental in stifling the Caribbean batting line-up.
Theekshana was rightly named Player of the Match for his match winning efforts.
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Sri Lanka complete the series 2-0
Despite Theekshana’s dominance, West Indies put up some resistance Shefane Rutherfordwho plays a single hand on his side. Rutherford top scored with a well composed 80 which included seven fours and four powerful sixes. However, his effort was not enough as West Indies were bundled out for a modest total of 189.
Along with Theekshana, Wanindu Hasaranga he also performed well with the ball. The leg-spinner picked up 4 wickets in his 8-over spell and further dented West Indies’ chances of building a tough score. Together, the Sri Lankan spinners ensured that the West Indies could never gain momentum.
In reply, Sri Lanka made light work of the 190-run target, chasing it down with 5 wickets in hand via the DLS method. captain Charith Asalanka Out of the front, the chase hit 62 notes. His knock of 7 and six boundaries saw Sri Lanka get over the line comfortably.
With this comprehensive win, Sri Lanka wrapped up the series 2-0 with just one match remaining in the three-match series. The team’s clinical performance with both bat and ball underlined their dominance, while Theekshana’s brilliance ensured a moment to remember for some time.
