Put Nissanka’s batting in my mind as I came up with a plan, says Dunith Wellalage

IANS | August 3, 2024 12:54 PM

Colombo, Aug 3 (IANS) Sri Lanka’s left-arm spin all-rounder Dunith Wellalage, who chipped with an all-round performance – 67 not out and 2-39 – in the tied first ODI against India, said he came up with a batting plan in his mind at the R Premadasa Stadium after taking inspiration from in-form opener Pathum Nissanka.

Delhi Premier League: Navdeep Saini, Hrithik Shokeen in West Delhi Lions squad

IANS | August 2, 2024 9:38 PM

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) Indian pacer Navdeep Saini is set to spearhead the bowling attack of the West Delhi Lions in the upcoming Delhi Premier League (DPL), organised by the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA). The League will run from August 17 to September 8 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.

1st ODI: Nissanka, Wellalage fifties carry Sri Lanka to 230/8 against India

IANS | August 2, 2024 6:59 PM

Colombo, Aug 2 (IANS) Pathum Nissanka continued his fine run of form by hitting 56 off 75 balls, while Dunith Wellalage struck a superb 67 not out at the back-end as the duo carried Sri Lanka to a competitive 230/8 against India in the ODI series opener at the R. Premadasa Stadium here on Friday.