2023-09-18 04:34:40
Colombo ∙ Indian pacer Mohammad Siraj presented the player of the match award in the Asia Cup final to the ground staff in Colombo. The ground staff here deserve this award. Without them this tournament would not have happened. I dedicate this award to them’ said Siraj at the award ceremony.
The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and the Sri Lanka Cricket Board have announced an award of $50,000 (about Rs 41.5 lakh) to the curators and ground staff in Colombo and Kandy for their excellent pitching and ground protection during the rain-hit Asia Cup tournament. The amount was announced by ACC Chairman Jai Shah.
Siraj defied expectations: Shanaka
Sri Lankan captain Dasun Sanaka said that Mohammad Siraj’s spell ruined all their hopes in the final. It was decided to bat first in the hope that the pitch would be favorable for batting. But Siraj, who bowled brilliantly, defied all expectations. The team performed well in the tournament. Top 4 batsmen are in good form. “This will benefit us when we come to the World Cup,” said Shanaka.
The Great Indian Revenge
Team India, who dismissed Sri Lanka by 50 runs, paid off a 23-year-old record yesterday. Chasing the 300-run target set by Sri Lanka in the Champions Trophy final held in Sharjah in 2000, India were all out for 54 runs. This is India’s smallest total in ODI cricket. India responded by dismissing Sri Lanka by 50 runs in the Asia Cup final.
English Summary: Groundsmen Rejoice As They Receive Massive Gift From Jay Shah
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