The ‘M’ factor in Sri Lanka verses http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Pakistan-c755 clash of ICC World Cup 2011
UPDATE: Pakistan (277 for 7) beat Sri Lanka (266 for 9) by 11 runs.
In one of the biggest matches of Group-A in the International Cricket Council (ICC) World Cup 2011, the ‘M’ factor will be one to watch out for.
The ‘M’ factor will include Muralitharan, Mendis, Malinga, Mathews and http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Misbah-ul-Haq-c1972. There are many superstitions associated with the game of cricket. The ‘M’ factor can be one of them as all the players whose name starts with the letter ‘M’ in both the camps are players that can change the course of the game on their day.
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On the spinning tracks of Sri Lanka and in his favourite hunting grounds, Muralitharan is lethal. As seen in the past, he can trouble the very best batsmen and it will be a tall task for Pakistan to face this immensely talented bowler. In the twilight of his career, he still can spin the ball the way he used to do in the past. The veteran will be an important part of the Sri Lankan unit. He will play a vital role in the performance of his team. His ability to ball in the power plays and in the depth can summon a crunch phase in the game.
Ajantha Mendis:
Mendis in partnership with his fellow spinner Muralitharan is a pretty dangerous bowler. His ability to take wickets and bowl at a pretty decent economy rate will certainly be a big difference in the game. The conditions in Colombo will suit his kind of bowling and it will be hard for the opposition to score against him. He has various tricks in his arsenal to bamboozle the batsmen and his special ‘Carrom Ball’ will be the one to look for. Although the Pakistani players are capable enough to play the spinners, but his special ball can cause trouble.
Angelo Mathews:
Mathews is a complete cricketer in all forms of the game. Primarily, he is known for his bowling. However, his power-hitting down the order will be focused as well. He can swing the ball both ways and likes to maintain a decent line and length. The conditions might not suit his kind of bowling, but he can get rewarded for bowling consistently straight. In the batting line-up, he can be promoted for pinch hitting and his ability to play according to the situation makes him a useful commodity. Known for his agile fielding, he will certainly save more than just a few runs for his team.
Lasith Malinga:
Malinga is a rare talent with his unorthodox slinging action. His action gives him liberty to ball yorkers at will and that too, with great accuracy. He is known for his lethal bouncers and is quite efficient with his slower balls as well. His ability to take wickets with the new ball will certainly help http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Sri-Lanka-c758. Later in the innings, he quite capable of bowling the reverse swing and can be economical in the depth overs. However, Malinga is doubtful for today’s day-and-night game against Pakistan as he is nursing a strained back.
Misbah-ul-Haq:
The heartbeat of the Pakistani batting line-up, Misbah-ul-Haq will be a key asset for Pakistan. Recently appointed vice captain, this match will be a real test for him. He is capable of playing spinners as he is one of the rare Pakistani batsmen who can use their feet well against quality spin attack. His ability to pace the innings according to the situation earns him a real reputation. His blend of power hitting and crease-occupying ability will test the patience of the opposition.
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