SL-BAN third ODI to be dedicated to Kulasekara : SLC

The third One-Day International (ODI) between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh would be dedicated to fast bowler Nuwan Kulasekara, who retired from international cricket recently, Sri Lanka Cricket announced today (Jul 29).

According to a press release issued by the SLC, a felicitation ceremony would be held to honour the fast bowler for his services rendered.

The fast bowler, who made his Sri Lanka debut during an ODI game against England in the year 2003, played a key part in Sri Lanka’s T20 Men’s World Cup victory achieved during the year 2014.

“Nuwan Kulasekara has been a vital cog in the Lankan lineup and played exceptional cricket during his time with the national team.” SLC President Shammi Silva was quoted as saying in the press statement.

Kulasekara, was the top-ranked bowler in the ICC ODI rankings from March 11, 2009 until September 26, 2009.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SLC, Ashley de Silva described the fast bowler as “an exemplary figure, both on and off the field and a role model, which the young cricketers can emulate”.

Sri Lanka clinched the series two-nil yesterday – the first home win in an ODI series for the island in 44 months, with one more match to go. The third ODI will be played on July 31 at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo.

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