Sri Lanka vs New Zealand: Asalanka Powers Sri Lanka to a Winning Start
An action-packed game saw Charith Asalanka's unbeaten 35 and Sri Lanka's spinners do the trick
Key Takeaways
- Charith Asalanka's spin trio of Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana combined for six wickets
- Sri Lanka won by 4 wickets, taking a 1-0 lead in the series
- Zakary Foulkes' unbeaten 27 helped New Zealand post a competitive total of 135/9
Charith Asalanka's Spin Show
- Dunith Wellalage dismissed Tim Robinson in the first over, setting the tone for Sri Lanka's success
New Zealand's Stumbles
- Nuwan Thushara's wicket of Mark Chapman in the fourth over put pressure on the visitors
- Wanindu Hasaranga trapped Glenn Phillips leg before, breaking a crucial stand with Michael Bracewell
- Maheesh Theekshana's LBW decision against Will Young secured a crucial breakthrough
Finish Line in Sight
- Foulkes and Ish Sodhi's 39-run stand propelled New Zealand to 135/9 in 20 overs
- Sri Lanka reached 140/6 in 19 overs, with Charith Asalanka remaining unbeaten on 35
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