Dambulla Aura’s wicket-keeper Mendis exhibited an important presence of thoughts to impact a run out of Galle Titans batter Lahiru Samarakoon with an underarm throw regardless of a wayward gather from fielder Sadeera Samarawickrama.
Mendis’ act was much like what Dhoni did seven years in the past in 2016 in Ranchi. Dhoni pulled off a blinder when he acquired the ball from Dhawal Kulkarni and affected New Zealand’s batter Ross Taylor’s run out with out trying on the stumps.
Speaking concerning the LPL match, Titans struggled to attain a mere 133/9 of their allotted 20 overs after being requested to bat. Mendis showcased proficiency behind the stumps, contributing to a few dismissals – one stumping and two run-outs.
In reply, Dambulla tactfully achieved the goal in a relaxed 17.four overs, securing a convincing seven-wicket victory. Opening for Dambulla, Mendis scored 18 from 24 deliveries, together with a solitary boundary.
