Chandimal, Thirimanne help SL wipe off India's lead

August 14, 2015 13:41

SL 192-5 (45 ovs) & 183 vs Ind 375 | Scorecard

Double change as Harbhajan comes in for Ashwin. Thirimanne shows him scan respect as he slogs the fourth ball over midwicket for a four. India need to break this partnership as the duo have changed the script as far as the Indians are concerned.

Chandimal sweeps Harbhajan to the fine leg region for a single before Thirimanne comes down the track but doesn't hit it cleanly for three runs down the ground.

Huge gaps in the 30-yard circle and singles are now easy to come.

Thirimanne growing in confidence now as he thrashes Ishant through the point region for a four.

In the next over, Chandimal sweeps Harbhajan for one to level scores. The veteran spinner struggling to get the same amount of purchase like Ashwin or Mishra.

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