In 2017 alone, Sri Lanka have faced three whitewash : against South Africa, India and now Pakistan.
As Sri Lanka yet again crumbled against Pakistan in Sharjah today, fifth time in row against the same side, die hard fans, even ex-players couldn’t fathom the continues humiliation. Many expressed their disappointment on Twitter.
“Phew…. Its over #PakvsSL Congratulations @TheRealPCB strong and hungry… Looking very good !!” wrote Russel Arnold.
“Sri Lanka Crickets Problem ?
Selectors? Players? Coach? Game Plan? or Administration?
#PAKvSL” wrote Nadeeshan Meedin.
“The performance of world11 and Srilankan team was alarming the concerned authorities should look into this its bad for international cricket” wrote Shoaib Akhtar, former Pakistani speedstar.
“At this point the only interesting thing about Sri Lanka in ODIs is seeing how long they can keep this streak going.
#LongLivetheStreak” posted SL Cricket Blog.
“Is it too early for #BringMathewsBack hashtag? 😜 #PAKvSL” wrote Cham J.
“Did he bat from the wrong side ? Completely different batting from TEST games” wrote Samanthaalgama, referring Dinesh Chandimal poor batting in the series.
Former Pakistan allrounder Shahid Afridi also looked worried about Sri Lanka current slump.
“Fantastic victory, congratulations @SarfarazA_54 brilliant start for Usman. Sri Lanka need to dig deep and fix this slump” posted Shahid Afridi.
Former Indian opener Akash Chopra termed Sri Lanka defeat against Pakistan as a bad sign, as world cricket need a strong Sri Lanka.
