Australia vs. Sri Lanka- 3rd CB series Final – Sri Lankan players to watch out
After being tied at one a piece, http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Sri-Lanka-c758 in the third final of the CB series at the Adelaide Oval, on March 08, 2012.
While the hosts emerged victorious from the first final, the Lankans fought back strongly in the second to win by 8 wickets. The tourists also hold an upper edge over the host in the series so far – defeating the Aussies in four out of six matches.
Lankans, after losing first two games along with a tie against http://www.senore.com/Cricket/India-c750, came back strongly to end the league phase by topping the points table. Their overall performances have been excellent and will be gearing to beat their opponents through their inform
batting lineup.
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The 35-year-old right-handed opener is ranked amongst the most explosive batsmen in world cricket. With the ability to give his team aggressive starts, Dilshan has further grown into a match winner for his side in the past year or so.
After his exceptional outings in the World Cup 2011, he was elevated to lead the side but inconsistency held him, and his side back, where they lost three back to back series.
However, the ongoing tour has again revitalized his career, with the all-rounder displaying extreme talent to top the scoring charts with 505 runs in 10 matches. The veteran has scored two hundreds and remains a big threat to the Aussies, considering his
batting average in the current series, which stands at an impressive 56.11.
Dilshan is also handy with the ball, with his off-spinners holding key – mainly due to injuries to the likes of http://www.senore.com/Cricket/AD-Mathews-c913.
Mahela Jayawardene
http://www.senore.com/Cricket/DPMD-Jayawardene-c1397 has been in sublime form – both with bat and with his shrewd leadership, which has payed handsomely in lifting the team’s morale, following poor showings in the past six months.
Also his elevation to the opening berth has added spark to the side, where his imposing style has allowed his team solid platforms. His half-century in the second final was inspiring and he will be looking to continue his good form in the deciding game.
He is averaging a healthy 43.44 in the series and his eagerness to win matches has further helped the younger players to produce their best.
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Dinesh Chandimal, has somewhat been the major find of the tour. The 22-year-old has showcased exceptional talent throughout the series and has been the instigator behind the new found stability in the middle-order. In his ten matches Down Under, Chandimal
has averaged 59.14, and has scored four significant scores in excess of 50.
His elegant style of play, shot selection and excellent timing of the ball have helped him dictate terms and he poses a major challenge to the Aussie bowling lineup.
However, he will be looking to convert his 50s into three-figure score, which will certainly help his team to seal a much needed series triumph.
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The 28-year-old right-arm fast bowler is a real threat for the all the top class batsmen of the world. Malinga’s distinctive bowling action allows him to generate genuine pace, and his wicket taking ability can easily put the brakes on the scoring rate.
Malinga has played 10 matches in the series and currently leads the wicket taking charts. He has also endured some disappointing outings, one of which came against the Indians where he conceded over 12 runs per over.
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