It was like a typical Bollywood drama! Akila Dananjaya, the young Sri Lanka off spinner, got married just the day before the game, yesterday, he postponed his honeymoon, joined the team and rattled the world’s best batting line up, with his magical googly!
Even though, with vintage Dhoni masterclass India managed to win the match some how, the day will be remembered for Akila heroics.
Cricket fraternity too, gone mad after his sensational bowling, as he rattled the stumps of Indian batsmen.
“Congratulations Akila on your first 5 wicket haul, one of the best spells I’ve seen,Happy married life too, good luck for boys for next ODI” wrote Rangana Herath.
“Disappointing result fo SL but good team effort. So happy for Akhila .. well done little man! ? wrote Legendary Mahela Jayawardene, the man discovered Akila.
“Privileged to witness an outstanding bowling effort from Akila Dananjaya..brilliant!!Brought many smiles and hope to SL. Happy Wedded life!!” wrote Russel Arnold.
“Excellent performance from Akila Dhananjaya, Great show little man??,cool MS @msdhoni took everything away from SL” wrote Thilan Samaraweera.
“Congratulations India. A special spell from Dananjaya but great nerves from Dhoni.Bhuvi’s spirit was a delight to watch. Well done !#INDvSL#” wrote Virender Sehwag.
“Congrats to akila for his fantastic bowling performance. Nice to watch. Boys fought Back really wel and they wil bounce back in next game.??” wrote Dhammika Prasad.
