SYLHET: Sri Lanka T20 captain Wanindu Hasaranga’s return from suspension could give his team the edge in the decider of their close-run series against Bangladesh, batting coach Thilina Kandamby said Friday.
The series is currently locked at 1-1, with all-rounder Hasaranga missing both matches after he was sanctioned for abusing an umpire during February’s home series against Afghanistan.
“I think Wanindu back into the side is a good advantage for us,” Kandamby told reporters. “He can have a big impact... Wanindu coming back again will strengthen our bowling and batting.”
Charith Asalanka has led Sri Lanka in the series so far, guiding them to a three-run win in Monday’s opener. Bangladesh, who have never beaten Sri Lanka in a T20 series, bounced back with an eight-wicket win in the penultimate over of Wednesday’s match.
Published in Dawn, March 9th, 2024
