Sri Lanka got off to a solid start in their final match of the competition, courtesy to openers Kusal Perera and Pathum Nissanka. While Russell picks Kusal Perera 29 (21-balls) to break the partnership. On the other side, Charith Asalanka resumed the knock in place of Perera, and build a solid stand with Pathum Nissanka. DJ Bravo halts Pathum Nissanka knock (51 off 41 balls). Russell made his second victim as Charith Asalanka 68 (41). Dasun Shanaka lift the score to the next level with a quick knock of 25 off 14-balls
Despite losses to England and South Africa at the beginning of their Super 12 competition, Sri Lanka’s chances of reaching the World Cup’s final four are done, although West Indies still have a slight chance of progressing.
Sri Lanka Innings 189-3 (20- overs)