Jun 17, 2024
In a dominant display, a Sri Lankan team already eliminated from contention overwhelmed the Netherlands by 83 runs in their final Group D match at the Daren Sammy Stadium in St Lucia.
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Opening batsman Kusal Mendis and middle-order player Charith Asalanka both scored 46 runs, setting the tone for the 2014 champions as they posted a formidable 201 for six – the first 200-plus total ever recorded at this ground in a T20 International.
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Despite their fading hopes of advancing to the Super Eight stage, Sri Lanka's varied bowling attack proved too strong for the Dutch side, dismissing them for 118 in just 16.4 overs.
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Captain Scott Edwards and opener Michael Levitt top-scored with 31 each, but pacer Nuwan Thushara led the charge for Sri Lanka with figures of three for 24.
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Mendis' innings came off 29 balls and included five boundaries, while Asalanka reached his total in fewer balls, striking one four and five sixes, aided by strong crosswinds at the northern island venue.
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Logan van Beek was the standout for the Dutch, taking two wickets in successive balls during his spell, although he conceded 45 runs in his four overs.
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For Sri Lanka's captain Wanindu Hasaranga, this performance highlighted the team's quality, despite their early exit from the tournament.
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Charith Asalanka's impactful contributions earned him the Man of the Match award.
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