Last Update on: November 8th, 2023 at 04:41 pm
Sri Lanka MP Wimal Weerawansa expressed concerns in Parliament about the national team’s performance in the World Cup 2023. Wimal Weerawansa questioned Mahela Jayawardene’s decision to bowl first after winning the toss in a match against India.
Sri Lanka‘s captain, Kusal Mendis, chose to bat first against India in Mumbai on November 2. However, their decision backfired as they conceded 357 runs to the opposition team in 50 overs. In response, they were bowled out for just 55 runs without showing any fight.
Even Indian Captain Was Shocked – Wimal Weerawansa
Wimal Weerawansa pointed out that even Indian skipper Rohit Sharma was surprised after Sri Lanka decided to bowl first. He suggested that the ICC is influenced by India and that the Sri Lankan selection committee is appointed by India.
“That day after winning the toss against India. It’s Mahela Jayawardene, who told Sri Lankan captain to bowl first. Even Indian Captain was shocked as why he opted to bowl first, even they were eager to bat first on that pitch. ICC is ruled by India,” Weerawansa said.
“Even Sri Lankan selection committee is appointed by India. There were no opening ceremonies in the tournament, but they held a ceremony in #INDVPAK match. There is something big goin on in Cricket. We have to find out why Mahela advised Kusal mendis to go for bowl first option.”
Called For An Urgent And Comprehensive Explanation – The Sri Lanka Cricket
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) also expressed deep concern and disappointment over the team’s performance in the ongoing World Cup 2023. In response, SLC has demanded an urgent and comprehensive explanation from the entire coaching staff and selectors.
“Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has expressed its deep concern and disappointment over the performance of the Sri Lanka National Team during the ongoing World Cup 2023, particularly the disappointing loss against India yesterday. In light of these concerns, SLC has called for an urgent and comprehensive explanation from the entire coaching staff and Selectors,” stated SLC in a statement.
The Kusal Mendis-led team were already eliminated from the marquee tournament. They are currently in eighth place in the 10-team points table. They are also on the verge of missing the Champions Trophy 2025, as only the top eight teams will qualify for the event.
