Dambulla : Sri Lanka defeated Malaysia by 144 runs at Rangiri Stadium, Dambulla. Chamari Athapaththu’s 119* (69) played the pivotal role in this.
Batting 1st, Sri Lankan skipper Chamari Athapaththu (119) smashed her 3rd T20I ton. As a result of this, Sri Lanka ended on 184-4 (20).
Defending 185 runs, Sri Lankan bowlers with likes of Shashini Gimhani (3/9), Kavisha Dilhara (2/4), Kawya Kavindi (2/7) demolished Malaysia on 40 runs. Sri Lanka are now strong contenders of Semi final berth.
Chamari was adjourned the Player of The Match for her heroic knock.
Brief Scorecard :
1st Innings :
SL : 184-4 (20)
Chamari Athapaththu : 119* (69)
2nd Innings :
Mly : 40 (19.5)
SL
Shashini Gimhani : 3/9
Result : Sri Lanka win by 144 runs
