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Kamindu Mendis, Kusal Mendis, spinners script Sri Lanka's win

ESPN Cricinfo·8 February 2026·3d ago1 min read0 views
Kamindu Mendis, Kusal Mendis, spinners script Sri Lanka's win

In a closely contested match, Sri Lanka secured a 20-run victory over Ireland, thanks in large part to the performances of Kamindu Mendis and Kusal Mendis, along with their spinners. Kamindu Mendis played a pivotal role with both bat and ball, contributing crucial runs and taking key wickets to dismantle the Irish batting order. Kusal Mendis also showcased his batting prowess, ensuring that Sri Lanka set a challenging target. However, Ireland's chances were significantly hampered by their poor fielding, as they dropped seven catches throughout the match, which proved costly and ultimately led to their defeat. The match highlighted the importance of capitalizing on opportunities, especially in a competitive environment like international cricket. This win for Sri Lanka adds to their confidence as they continue to build their form ahead of future fixtures, while Ireland will need to address their fielding issues if they hope to compete effectively in upcoming matches.

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