India‘s recent performance in the ODI series against Sri Lanka has been quite disappointing. They lost the series 2-0, this outcome has been a “huge reality check” for India, implying that it has exposed some significant issues or weaknesses in the team.

India’s significant ODI series defeat against Sri Lanka

India’s defeat in the third ODI against Sri Lanka was quite significant. They lost by 110 runs at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. This loss was particularly noteworthy because it marked India’s first bilateral ODI series defeat to Sri Lanka since 1997. Overall, the defeat is serious not just because of the loss in the specific match, but also because it reflects a rare and impactful failure in a series context against an opponent they have traditionally performed well against.

Let’s take a note to explore the top five lowest team totals by India versus Sri Lanka in ODIs. These instances not only showcase the performance but also the struggles that India have faced earlier against the Islanders.

Top five lowest team totals by India against Sri Lanka in ODIs 

1. 54 all-out at Sharjah in 2000

On October 29, 2000, during the Coca-Cola Champions Trophy final in Sharjah, India set the record for the lowest ODI score. Chasing Sri Lanka’s target of 300, India were bowled out for just 54 runs in 26.3 overs. Chaminda Vaas led Sri Lanka’s disciplined attack, taking 5 wickets for 14 runs. Despite having star players like Sourav Ganguly, Sachin Tendulkar, and Yuvraj Singh, only Robin Singh scored in double digits. This defeat remains one of India’s most disappointing moments in ODI cricket.

2. 78 all-out at Kanpur in 1986

On December 25, 1986, India were bowled out for 78 runs in an ODI against Sri Lanka. The Islanders had set a target of 195 runs. Indian batting collapsed under the bowling of Arjuna Ranatunga, who took 4 wickets for 14 runs in 6 overs. Early losses of Sunil Gavaskar and Raman Lamba l?ed to a se??ries of low scores, and India were dismissed in just 24.1 overs.

Also READ: India captai?n Rohit Sharma opens up after his team’s humiliating ODI series defeat ag?ainst Sri Lanka

3. 103 all-out at Colombo in 2008

In another abysmal performance, India fac?ed the humiliating defeat against the Sri Lanka in 2008, where the hosts won by 112 runs. Sri Lanka made 227/6 setting up a target of 228 which was later revised to 216 due to DLS me??thod. The visitors were eventually bundled out for 103 in 26.3 overs.

4. 103 all-out at Dambulla in 2010

During India’s tour of Sri Lanka in 2010, the Men in Blue faced another setback. The tourists were bundled out for 103 in 33.4 overs during the 5th ODI in Dambulla. In response, the hosts chased down the paltry target in just 15 overs and won the game by eight wickets.

5. 112 all-out at Dharamsala in 2017

In 2017, Sri Lanka to??ur??ed India to play Tests, T20I, and 3 match ODI series in which during the first ODI Sri Lanka dismantled the hosts for 112 in just 38 overs, where the visitors won by seven wickets (with 176 balls remaining).

Also READ: Kumar Sangakkara, Mahela Jayawardene reacts to Sri Lanka’s historic ODI serie??s win over Ind?ia

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In a thrilling Asia Cup 2023 final showdown against Sri Lanka, Indian pace bowler Mohammed Siraj etched his name in the annals of cricket history with a remarkable performance. Siraj delivered a devastating spell that dismantled the Sri Lankan batting lineup and secured a resounding victory for India.

Siraj’s opening spell was nothing short of sensational. He took a total of six wickets while conceding just 21 runs in his seven-over spell, which included a maiden over. However, it was his initial burst that left Sri Lanka reeling. Siraj reduced Sri Lanka to a precarious 12 for the loss of five wickets in just four overs.

The highlight of Siraj’s performance came during the fourth over of the Lankan innings. With four wickets to his name in the over, he joined an exclusive club of bowlers to achieve this remarkable feat in One-Day Internationals (ODIs).

The over that created history:

• First ball: Pathum Nissanka attempted to play a length ball towards the square region but found Ravindra Jadeja at point, who took a routine catch.
• Second ball: Siraj bowled a lethal delivery at 143 clicks which was fraction short and outside off. But Sadeera Samarawickrama shouldered his arms to let it go.
• Third ball: Siraj bowled an in swinging delivery that struck Samarawickrama’s pads, resulting in a leg before wicket dismissal.
• Fourth ball: Going a bit fuller, Siraj induced Charith Asalanka to drive, but the batter chipped it straight to Ishan Kishan at covers.
• Fifth ball: Dhananjaya de Silva, the last hope for Sri Lanka in that over, managed to begin with a boundary.
• Sixth ball: However, Siraj came back strongly and dismissed Dhananjaya, caught behind by the wicketkeeper, to complete his four-wicket haul in a single over.

Also WATCH: Mohammed Siraj displays a heartwarming gesture towards?? the Col??ombo ground staff

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With this incredible achievement, Siraj became only the fifth bowler from full-member nations to claim four wickets in an over in ODIs. The exclusive club features Sri Lanka’s Chaminda Vaas and Lasith Malinga, Pakistan’s Mohammad Sami, and England’s Adil Rashid.

Bowlers with four wickets in an over in ODIs (full-member nations):

Chaminda Vaas against Bangladesh: Chaminda Vaas, the leg??endary Sri Lankan bowler, achieved the similar feat during an  ODI against Bangladesh back in 2003 at Pietermaritzburg.

Mohammad Sami against New Zealand: Former Pakistan pace sensation Mohammad Sami bagged 4 wicket??s in an over when Pakistan took in New Zealand? in 2003 at Lahore.

Lasith Malinga against South Africa: In the 2007 World Cup, Sri Lanka pace bowler Lasith Malinga destroyed Sout?h Africa with his splendid bowling. Malinga picked up 4 wickets in an over ??at Guyana.

Adil Rashid against West Indies: During England’s tour of West Indies in 2019, Adil Rashid impressed one and all when he took four wickets in an over at Grenada.

Mohammed Siraj against Sri Lanka: As explained above, Mohammed Siraj scripted history in the Asia Cup final against the Lan??????????????????????????kans. Overall, in his s??even-over spell, the right-armer bagged 6 wickets for 21 runs.

Also READ: Chief selector Ajit Agarkar picks Team India’s ‘Trump Card’ for the ODI World Cup 2023

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The cricket world stood in awe as India’s fiery pace bowler Mohammed Siraj etched his name into the annals of cricket history during the Asia Cup 2023 Final against Sri Lanka. Siraj showcased a spellbinding display of pace and precision in the contest that left the cricket fraternity erupting with excitement. The 29-year-old bowler claimed a sensational five-wicket haul in the blink of an eye within the three-over spell, equalling the legendary Chaminda Vaas‘ record for the quickest ODI fifer.

The collapse of Sri Lanka

The day had begun with Sri Lanka winning the toss and opting to bat first. However, what followed was nothing short of a cricketing spectacle. Sri Lanka’s top order crumbled, with wickets falling like a house of cards. Kusal Perera‘s early dismissal marked the beginning of a cataclysmic collapse for the Sri Lankan side. By the time they reached 12 runs on the scoreboard, six wickets had already fallen??, and it wa?s evident that something extraordinary was unfolding.

The Siraj Show

What made this collapse even more remarkable was that five of these wickets were claimed by the relentless Siraj. The Hyderabad-born cricketer started off with a mesmerizing spell of fast bowling, and the statistics tell the story itself as his five-wicket haul came within a mere 16 balls, equalling Vaas’ record that had stood since 2003. Notably, the Sri Lanka veteran had achieved the feat against Bangladesh.

In a spell that will be remembered for years to come, four wickets for Siraj came in a single over, making him the first Indian bowler to achieve this feat in ODI cricket. This over left the Sri Lankan camp in shambles, struggling to come to terms with the sheer brilliance of Siraj’s bowling.

Siraj’s performance not only catapulted India into a commanding position in the Asia Cup 2023 Final but also sent shockwaves through the cricketing world

Also READ: Pat Cummins, Steve Smith and other sen??ior stars retu??rn in Australia’s ODI squad for India tour

The reactions from veteran cricketers and experts

As news of Siraj’s incredible performance spread like wildfire, the cricketing fraternity erupted in celebration. Many veteran cricketers, including the likes of Suresh Raina, Irfan Pathan, and Wasim Jaffer, took to social media to laud the pace sensation. They praised his relentless aggression, his ability to swing the ball both ways and his impeccable line and length.

Here’s how Twitter reacted:

Alexa, what’s the weather like today? ☀️�?br />“Alexa: Sorry, the forecast is Siraj’s spell – unpredictable! 🌧️�?/p>

— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) September 17, 2023

Mohd Siraj is turning the Asia Cup finals into a thriller with his incredible bowling performance, taking down 5 important wickets! Great going brother @mdsirajoffical 🏏🇮🇳 #AsiaCupFinals #SirajShowdown #INDvSL

— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) September 17, 2023

"Ok Google, play Mohd Siraj"
"Sorry, Mohd Siraj is unplayable!" #INDvSL #AsiaCupFinals pic.twitter.com/rJIBGnQYf3

— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) September 17, 2023

5 wickets in 16 balls! This i??s like a fantasy playing out for Mohd ?Siraj.

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) September 17, 2023

Amazing!
Incredible!
Unbelievable!

Siraj: The Sensation.🔥#INDvsSL pic.twitter.com/sWN4u1ptPe

— Awanish Sharan 🇮🇳 (@AwanishSharan) September 17, 2023

Mohammad Siraj you have rocked our World. Football scorecard in a cricket match. #INDvSL pic.twitter.com/kPQd4mGXai

— R A T N I S H (@LoyalSachinFan) September 17, 2023

IND v SL 2008 Asia Cup final: Ajanta Mendis 6/13
I??ND v SL 2023 Asia Cup final: Mo??hammed Siraj 6/13 so far

Rohit Sharma only player from both team to be part of the game. pic.twitter.com/NDpPBV6SkG

— Silly Point (@FarziCricketer) September 17, 2023

MOHAMMAD SIRAJ – YOU FREAKIN LEGEND….!!!!

4 wickets in a single over by Siraj – this is absolute mayhem! pic.twitter.com/VBO85N14Zl

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) September 17, 2023

Mohammed Siraj talking 4 wickets in 1 over pic.twitter.com/MXuctbMKb1

— Sagar (@sagarcasm) September 17, 2023

FIVE WICKET HAUL BY MOHAMMAD SIRAJ IN JUST 16 BALLS….!!!

A spell of 5/4 in 2.4 overs – this is a historical spell! pic.twitter.com/PMmjYDkzKy

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) September 17, 2023

Mohamme??d Siraj ?in the Powerplay in the Asia Cup final:

0,0,0,0,0,0 – 1st over
W,0,W,W,4,W – 2nd over
0,0,0,W,0,1 – 3rd over
1,0,0,0,0,0 – 4th over
0,1,0,0,0,0 – 5th over

One of the Greatest spells ever in ODI history,Miyann🔥#SLvsIND#siraj #AsiaCup23 pic.twitter.com/s2Hn2NpM7d

— VINEETH𓃵👑 (@sololoveee) September 17, 2023

FIVE WICKET HAUL FOR SIRAJ IN THE ASIA CUP FINAL.

– THE GOAT SPELL. pic.twitter.com/pbatHGhZo2

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) September 17, 2023

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The Indian cricket fans were recently treated to a dream comeback of their star pacer, Jasprit Bumrah. It is worth mentioning that Bumrah was out of the Indian team for a brief period of time due? to persistent back issues that eventually led him to undergo surgery in New Zealand.

Jasprit Bumrah’s remarkable comeback

Nevertheless, Bumrah’s return to the international arena as the T20I captain for the Ireland tour was nothing short of spectacular. The pacer’s performance saw him bag four wickets across two games and clinch his maiden series as the Indian captain.

Jasprit Bumrah’s inclusion in India’s Asia Cup 2023 squad

Following his stellar performance in Ireland, Bumrah was also included in India’s squad for the Asia Cup 2023. His clinical bowling continued to impress cricket enthusiasts in the continental event as well and bolstered India’s hopes for the impending ODI World Cup. However, amidst the celebrations and praise, Sri Lankan pace legend Chaminda Vaas has issued a warning to Bumrah.

Also READ: Shoaib Akhtar disappointed over n??o India-Pakistan final in Asia Cup 2023

Chaminda Vaas’ valuable piece of advice for Jasprit Bumrah

In his interaction with the press, Vaas acknowledged Bumrah’s unique talent as a seam bowler and emphasized the importance of managing his workload intelligently. Vaas emphasized that players like Bumrah, with their distinctive bowling actions, should not be overburdened by playing in all three formats of the game. Instead, he advocated for a thoughtful approach that identifies the most suitable format for such individuals and manages their participation accordingly.

“Players like Jasprit Bumrah have a unique action, and we must protect individuals of such calibre. They can’t play in all formats. We need to identify the suitable format and manage their participation accordingly,” stressed Vaas, underlining the need to preserve Bumrah’s fitness and longevity.

Chaminda Vaas’ praise for India’s Kohli-Rohit power duo

Beyond the Bumrah advisory, Vaas also shared his insights on Indian cricket’s power duo of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. The veteran seamer hailed Kohli as a special player, recognizing his extraordinary contribution?s to the game over the past decade. He expressed confidence that both Kohli and Rohit Sharma would bring their A-game to the ODI Wor?ld Cup, delighting fans around the world.

“We all know that Virat is special player and the way he performed for the last decade is extraordinary. Even Rohit, I’m pretty sure that they will give their 100% playing for India. All the fans are waiting to see these two performing. And I’m sure that they will go all out and trying to do well for India,” Vaas lauded Kohli and Rohit.

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Asia Cup is well-known for evoking great excitement among cricket enthusiasts and a healthy rivalry between the participating nations. Over the years, Sri Lanka is one Asian nation that has consistently been a force to be reckoned with in this prest??igious limited-overs competition.

As we approach a power-packed Asia Cup 2023, let’s delve into the cricket archives and unveil Sri Lanka’s all-time Asia Cup ODI XI. The lineup brings together some of the most iconic players to have graced the tournament.

Sri Lanka’s All-Time Asia Cup ODI XI:

1) Sanath Jayasuriya (All-rounder/Captain)

A true pioneer of aggressive opening batting, Jayasuriya’s explosive innings at the top of the order set the tone for Sri Lanka’s dominance in the Asia Cup and beyond. His ability to take apart any bowling attack makes him an indispensable choice for this dream eleven.

Jayasuriya’s stats in Asia Cup �?Matches: 25 | Runs: 1220 | Average: 53.04 | Centuries: 6 | Fifties: 3 ?| Wickets: 22

2) Marvan Atapattu (Batter)

Atapattu is known for his classic strokeplay and unwavering patience. He provides the ideal foil to Jayasuriya’s aggressive style. His solid technique and ability to anchor the innings make him an invaluable asset in the lineup.

Atapattu’s stats in Asia Cup �?Matches: 13 | Runs: 642 | Average: 64.2??0 | Centuries: 1 | Fifties: 6

3) Kumar Sangakkara (Wicketkeeper/Batter)

A cricketing genius, Sangakkara’s versatility as a top-order batsman and wicketkeeper makes him an automatic selection. His impeccable batting skills and leadership qualities make him a standout choice to stabilize the innings.

Sangakkara’s stats in Asia Cup �?Matches: 24 ??| Runs: 1075 | Average: 48.86 | Centuries: 4 | Fifties: 8

4) Aravinda de Silva (Batter)

An all-time Sri Lankan great, de Silva’s heroics in the 1997 Asia Cup final against India are etched in cricketing folklore. His ability to deliver in high-pressure situations and contribute with both bat and ball make him an indispensable part of the dream eleven.

Aravinda’s stats in Asia Cup �?Matches: 24 |?? Runs: 645 | Average: 32.25 | Centuries: 0 | Fifties: 4

5) Mahela Jayawardene (Batter)

A master of elegance and timing, Jayawardene’s presence in the middle order adds depth and stability to the lineup. His knack for building partnerships and guiding the team to victory in crunch situations cements his place in this prestigious eleven.

Jayawardene’s stats in Asia Cup �?Matches: 28 | Runs: 674 |? ?Average: 29.30 | Centuries: 0 | Fifties: 7

Also READ: Legends Unleashed – Pakistan’s All-Time Asia Cup ODI XI

6) Arjuna Ranatunga (Batter)

A captain with an indomitable spirit, Ranatunga’s strategic acumen and ability to lead from the front are unparalleled. His presence in the dream team adds a touch of leadership and a deep understanding of the game.

Ranatunga’s stats in Asia Cup �?Matches: 19 | Runs: 741 | Average: 57.00 | Centuries: 1 | Fift?ies: 6

7) Angelo Mathews (Batter)

A reliab??le all-rounder, Mathews brings balance to the team with his ability to contribute both with the bat and ball. His astute cricketing brain and leadership skills further enhance his value in dream?? eleven.

Mathews’ stats in Asia Cup �?Mat??ches: 11 | Runs: 331 | Aver?age: 82.75 | Centuries: 0 | Fifties: 3

8) Chaminda Vaas (Bowler)

A true stalwart of Sri Lankan cricket, Vaas’s ability to swing the new ball and deliver accurate spells at any stage of the innings makes him a crucial part of the bowling attack. His mastery over seam and swing adds depth to the team’s arsenal.

Chaminda’s stats in Asia Cup �?Matches: 19 | Wi?ckets: 23 | Economy: 4.19 | BBI?: 3/30

9) Muttiah Muralitharan (Bowler)

The world’s leading wicket-taker in both Test and ODI cricket, Muralitharan’s spin wizardry and ability to bamboozle batters with his variations make him an automatic selection. His presence adds the X-factor to the team.

Muralitharan’s stats in Asia Cup �?Matches: 24 | Wickets: 30 | Economy: 3??.75 | BBI: 5/31

10) Lasith Malinga (Bowler)

With his slinging action and deadly yorkers, Malinga has been a nightmare for batters in the death overs. His ability to strike at crucial moment?s and dismantle batting lineups makes him an indispensable member of the dream eleven.

Malinga’s stats in Asia Cup �?Matches: 14 | Wickets: 29 ??| Economy: 4.65 | BBI: 5/34

11) Ajantha Mendis (Bowler)

A spinner who burst? onto the scene with his unique variations, Men??dis adds an extra layer of mystery to the bowling attack. His unorthodox style and wicket-taking ability make him a valuable asset in the lineup.

Mendis’ stats in Asia Cup �?Matches: 8 | Wickets: 26 | Economy: 3.98 | BBI??: 6/13

Also READ: Dominating the Decades – India’s All-Time Asia Cup ODI XI

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USA’s Ali Khan etched his name in record books with his performance against Jersey in ICC CWC WC Qualifier Play-Off. Ali registered his career-best figures in ODIs and featured hims??elf in an elite list full of legendary bowlers. Ali bagged 7 wickets for 32 in 9.4 overs against Jersey on April 04, 2023.

Here’s the complete list:

7) Ali Khan (USA)
Opponent: Jersey
Wickets: 7
Overs: 9.4
Maidens: 0
Runs: 32

6) Muttiah Muralitharan (Sri Lanka)
Opponent: India
Wickets: 7
Overs: 10
Maidens: 1
Runs: 30

5) Andy Bichel (Australia)
Opponent: England
Wickets: 7
Overs: 10
Maidens: 0
Runs: 20

4) Rashid Khan (Afghanistan)
Opponent: West Indies
Wickets: 7
Overs: 8.4
Maidens: 1
Runs: 18

3) Glenn McGrath (Australia)
Opponent: Namibia
Wickets: 7
Overs: 7
Maidens: 4
Runs: 15

2) Shahid Afridi (Pakistan)
Opponent: West Indies
Wickets: 7
Overs: 9
Maidens: 3
Runs: 12

1) Chaminda Vaas (Sri Lanka)
Opponent: Zimbabwe
Wickets: 8
Overs: 8
Maidens: 3
Runs: 19

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The game of cricket revolves around the balance of power between the bat and ball. There is hardly any sight better in the game when a bowler runs through the batting lineup single-??handedly.

T??here have been several occasions i??n ODI cricket, where bowlers have helped their teams in winning games with their dream spells.

Today, let’s have a look at the top ten bowling figures in One-Day Internationals:

10.) Aaqib Javed – 7/37

During the India-Pakistan ODI game at Sharjah, back in 1991, Aaqib Javed achieved the magnificent feat of picking up seven wickets in a game and conceded only 37 runs in his ten overs. His bowling figure??s remain the tenth be??st in the history of ODI cricket.

9.) Waqar Younis – 7/36

Following Javed is another legendary Pakistan bowler Waqar Younis who also clinched seven wickets in an innings against England in Leeds, back in 2001. Younis was unplayable?? during the match ?at Headingley, and his figures are the ninth-best in ODI cricket history.

8.) Trent Boult – 7/34

New Zealand’s left-arm pacer Trent Boult once ran through the West Indies batting lineup at Christchurch back in 2017, where he picked up seven wickets and conceded only 34 in his ten overs.

7.) Tim Southee – 7/33

From one Kiwi to an??other, Southee produced a memor??able spell of fast bowling in the 2015 ODI World Cup, where Southee picked seven England wickets at Wellington. It is the best performance by a New Zealand bowler in ODI cricket, and seventh-best overall.

6.) Muttiah Muralitharan – 7/30

The Sri Lankan spin magician once bamboozled the Indian lineup by scalping seven wickets in an innings, during the Coca-Cola Trophy match at Shar??jah back in 2000. Murali ended up with the sixth-best bowling figures and second-best by a Sri Lankan bowler

5.) Andy Bichel – 7/20

Andy Bichel set the encounter between Australia and England on fire in the 2003 ODI World Cu??p in South Africa.

Bichel, who played behind the shadows of Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie and Brett Lee, proved his worth by bagging a seven-wicket haul against ‘The Three Lions’.

4.) Rashid Khan – 7/18

Promising Afghanistan wrist-spinner, Rashid Khan has already marked his presence in the record books, by ending up with the fourth-best bowling figures in the hi?story of ODI cricket.

Rashid notched a seven-wicket haul again?st West Indies at Gros Islet back in 2017 and conceded only 18 runs in 8.4 overs bowled by him

3.) Glenn McGrath – 7/15

Another blockbuster performance from an Australian bowler in the 2003 ODI World Cup came from Glenn McGrath who picked up seven wickets? and conceded only 15 runs at Potchefstroom. Out of the seven overs he bowled in his spell, four of them were maidens.

2.) Shahid Afridi – 7/12

Afridi’s utilities with both bat and ball can be browsed through the record books as he finds himself placed second in the list of top ten bowlers with the best bowling figures in ODIs.

The former Pakistani all-rounder picked up seven West Indies wickets at Providence back in 2013. Further, Afridi conceded only 12 in his nine-over spe??ll, with an economy of 1.33.

1.) Chaminda Vaas – 8/19

Placed at the summit of the best bowling figures list is former Sri Lankan seamer Chaminda Vaas, who ran through Zimbabwe’s batting lineup single-handedly by picking up eight-wickets.

None of the bowlers, thus far, has managed to pick 8 out?? of 10 wickets in ?ODI cricket, barring Vaas. His feat came against Zimbabwe at Colombo (SSC) back in 2001. Vaas bowled eight overs where he conceded only 19 runs and bowled three maidens.

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Amid lockdown, many cricketers are engaging in different things to interact with their fans. Some are revealing their favourite batsmen/bowler while ?some are coming up with their best XI team consisti??ng of legendary cricketers from different teams.

Recently, Australia’s spinner Ashton Agar dropped his dream XI which featured many pre-eminent names from this sport. Latest on the trend is Sri Lanka batsman Dinesh Chandimal. On Tuesday, he revealed his all-time Test XI of the players he has played with and against.

Chandimal picked five players from his nation, two from India and South Africa, and one each from West Indies and England. Although his batting line-up looks a bit unusual, for example, Chandimal picked iconic Sachin Tendulkar as an opener. The Lankan batsman chose Alastair Cook as Sachin’s partner.

With? 15,92?1 runs, Sachin is the highest run-getter in the longest format of the game, while Cook with 12,472 runs to his name is the leading run-scorer for England and fifth highest overall.

For the next two spots, Chandimal went with his countryman Kumar Sangakkara and India captain Virat Kohli. The batting maestro, Sangak??kara is the leading run-getter for the Islanders. He has scored 12,400 runs in red-ball format, whereas Kohli has so fa??r accumulated 7240 runs.

Apart from Sangakkara, Chandimal picked four more Lankan players in the form of Mahela Jayawardene, and bowling trio of Rangana Herath, Cha?minda Vaas and Muttiah Muralitharan. The 30-year-old named Jayawardene as captain of his all-time Test XI.

Muralitharan is the highest wicket-tak?er in Test cricket with as many as 800 scalps to his name. On the other hand, Herath with 433 wickets in red-ball format is the second-highest wicket-taker for Sri Lanka, while Vaas is also just behind the spin duo with as many as 355 scalps in the longest format of the game.

Chandimal went for Jacques Kallis as the all-rounder and Dale Steyn as the prime pacer. For the middle-order, Chandimal picked West Indies’ genius, Brian Lara. Kallis is the third-highest run-getter in Tests with 13,289 runs to his name, whereas Lara is at the seventh spot in most run-scorers with 11,953 runs.

Here is Dinesh Chandimal’s all-time Test XI:

Al?astair Cook, Sachin Tendulkar, Kumar Sangakkara (wk), Virat Kohli, Brian Lara, Mahela Jayawardene (c), Jacques Kallis, D??ale Steyn, Rangana Herath, Chaminda Vaas, Muttiah Muralitharan.

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At the moment of lockdown in almost every country, cricketers are shifting their focus towa??rds various social media platforms to pass the time and also get an opportunity to interact with fans and followers.

Former Australian spinner Shane Warne is also spending time on social media and releasing his best XI of different teams. The leggie has been picking out teams or best XI for each ?side. He has been picking players against whom he has played.

Recently, Warne named his greatest Sri Lanka and South Africa XI during an Instagram live session. The 50??-year-old chose Mahela Jayawardene as the captain of his Sri Lankan XI which also featured Kumar Sangakkara; the duo led Sri Lanka to consecutive World Cup finals in 2007 and 2011.

Being one of the best spinners of all-time, Warne picked Muttiah Muralitharan and Rangana Herath as the spin-duo of Lankan XI. The Victoria?n crick??eter also selected legendary Sri Lanka batsmen Sanath Jayasuriya, Marvan Atapattu, and Aravinda de Silva.

Here is Warne’s Sri Lanka XI:

Sanath Jayasuriya, Marvan Atapattu, Aravinda de Silva, Mahela Jayawarden??e (c), Kumar Sangakkara, Arjuna Ranatunga, Romesh Kaluwitharana, Chaminda Vaas, Rangana Herath, Muttiah Muralitharan, Rumesh Ratnayake.

When it came to South Africa, Warne picked up the most successful Proteas’ skipper, Graeme Smith, as the leader of the team. Smith is the only South African player who has captained his country in more than 100 Tests.

Warne went with the genius A?B de Villiers and Gary Kirsten as proper batsmen. He also picked former South Africa captain Hansie Cronje in the final eleven.

Among bowlers, Warne included the pace ?trio of Dale Steyn, Alan Donald and Sh?aun Pollack.

The cricketer-turned-commentator also picked Jonty Rhodes, Mark Boucher and Jaques Kallis in his al??l-time XI for the South Africans.

Here is Warne’s South Africa XI:

Graeme Sm??ith (c), Gary Kirste??n, Jacques Kallis, AB de Villiers, Hansie Cronje, Jonty Rhodes, Mark Boucher, Shaun Pollock, Pat Symcox, Dale Steyn and Allan Donald.

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