Sri Lanka's middle order batsman Sadeera Samarawickrama said that the contribution of the batsmen was the main reason for the victory in the first 20-20 match with the Bangladesh team. Sadeera expressed these views while speaking to the media after winning the first match of the 20-20 series with Bangladesh.
Sadheera also commented, "I am happy with the way the batsmen played on such a pitch. Also, the main reason for winning this match was the contribution of the batsmen. Moreover, no matter how hard they bowled because of the score, the batsmen's contribution made it possible to win the match due to the large number of runs on the scoreboard.
Sadheera replied to a question regarding Matheesha Pathirana, "Not only Matheesha, but all the bowlers of the team were in a lot of trouble due to the heavy hitting that took place at that time. Moreover, at that time, the bowlers were also in dire straits. Meanwhile, Matheesha also suffered a leg injury. However, I believe that the situation that occurred here is very unfortunate.''
However, Sadheera said this while also commenting on the fact that there is any special improvement in the Sri Lankan batting list. "Everyone in the team works with a proper understanding of the game plan. Also, I see that each player fulfills the responsibility assigned to the team with due attention. It's a really good sign going into a World Cup.Also, we were able to win the match due to the excellent last over that Dasun directed.''
Commenting on the contribution of the batsmen of the Sri Lankan team, Sadheera said, "The team's batsmen have made a successful start. I think the fact that they were able to take it to a long innings after that was the deciding factor in this match. Especially Kusal Mendis and Kamidu got off to a good start. After that Kusal and I tried together to maintain that rhythm.However, in the last half of the innings, Charit scored big hits on every ball that came near him. Accordingly, I am happy that the batting line-up as a whole played excellently.''However, at one point, Bangladesh was very close to victory, but Sri Lanka won the game in the last over, which was bowled by Dasun. But luckily, Matheesha Theekshana was able to take Mahmudullah's wicket. Accordingly, in situations where there is a lot of pressure, it became the decisive factor for our top bowlers to fulfill their responsibilities properly at that time.Also, we were able to win the match due to the excellent last over that Dasun directed.''
Also commenting on the plans implemented by the team in the face of Mahmudullah and Jaker Ali's attack, the Sri Lankan middle order batsman said: "At that time, our bowlers' plan was to get our basics right. Also, because there was a strong score, I had to bowl well.''
Sadheera also commented on the role of Thilina Kandambi, who is a member of the coaching staff of the Sri Lankan national cricket team. He has worked closely with our batsmen even before this. Also, he has seen the players from the sports club level. Accordingly, with this new responsibility, every batsman has been given a responsibility.Also, the batsmen are playing with their maximum attention at this time. It was also very easy to deal with him.''
However, Sri Lanka has been able to take a 1-0 lead in the 3-match Sri Lanka-Bangladesh 20-20 series. Sri Lanka will be able to. Also, in order to stay in the 20-20 series, Bangladesh will have to win today's match, so the audience will be able to see a decisive match today.