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Ex-Sri Lanka star sees positives despite India’s ODI dominance
Former Sri Lanka opener Avishka Gunawardene has pointed to the performances of young players as a silver lining for the hosts, even as India have dominated the ongoing ODI series. Gunawardene specifically…
Former Sri Lanka opener Avishka Gunawardene has pointed to the performances of young players as a silver lining for the hosts, even as India have dominated the ongoing ODI series. Gunawardene specifically named uncapped spinner Sonal Dinusha, who impressed in the second match despite Sri Lanka losing by 10 wickets.
India have taken an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series after comprehensive wins in Colombo. The final match is scheduled for Sunday at the R Premadasa Stadium, with Sri Lanka aiming for a consolation victory.
Gunawardene said the team management should continue backing the younger players to build for the future, noting that exposure against a strong Indian side will benefit them in the long run. Dinusha, a 21-year-old left-arm spinner, made his debut in the second ODI and picked up a wicket.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The bilateral ODI series is part of the ICC Cricket World Cup Super League, which determines direct qualification for the 2027 World Cup. Sri Lanka currently sit mid-table in the standings, making every match critical for automatic entry. The emergence of an uncapped player such as Dinusha, a 21-year-old left-arm spinner, offers the selectors a rare bright spot amid a rebuilding phase after several senior retirements. The next selection meeting will weigh whether to persist with him in the T20I squad for the upcoming series against Afghanistan.
Source: sports.ndtv.com
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