posted Aug 30, 2007

Murali absence is not a big deal. I dont think he would have done that well anyway. The key for us is the accuracy and consistency of our pace bowlers and ability to get runs fast. I would say Aus to win this, with maybe SA finalists. SL maybe semis but not winners. We need to focus on our ODI and test game. This is where our strategy for success needs to be.

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posted Aug 30, 2007

Who is this kid Dilruwan Perera? Is he any good as the media is thinking that he is the front runner to replace Murali. I prefer Malinga Bandara as he can spin and hit the ball too..

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posted Aug 30, 2007

He played as part of the A team tour in England didnt he. I think i saw him, but cant remember now. I hear he has talent.

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posted Aug 30, 2007

Srilanka has only played 3 Twenty 20's so far, and they do not have enough exposure to the format which I reckon could be a blessing in disguise. Srilanka's playing style, and attitude definitely suits this type of game, and Murali's absence will not impact them too much, as I am sure with their agile fielding backed up by entertaining but vigorous batting will take them far. I predict another Srilanka Vs. Australia final, and this time Srilanka to successfully avenge their world cup final defeat to the Aussies.

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posted Aug 31, 2007

I agree with what CavYorkshire and the Roos say, Murali may be the greatest but we can do well without him. SL is not a one man team, never has been and never will be.

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posted Aug 31, 2007

KandyK, SL arenot a one man team, you are correct, although in test matches they do rely on Murali a lot more than in ODI's. DWB As i have stated previously, i am of the opinion that australia will win this and beat SL in the final. If it is an SL Aus final though, i hope i'm wrong, its about time someone else won something!

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posted Aug 31, 2007

Possibly, Murali has taken a lot of wicket. Mainly because our bowling attack has been very inconsistent wrt test cricket. Then again Australia have relied on Warney and Mcgrath for a long time to take wickets in test cricket.
I personally think Aus v SA. SL wont make it to semi-finals. Anyway we must focus on forthcoming test matches and ODIs.

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posted Sep 5, 2007

Murali himself has announced his unwillingness to participate this past forward format of cricket. But SLC and captain (Mahela) forced him to do that and included him in to the 22/20 squad saying every contracted player must participate every international tournament. So I think
ultimately Murali get his desired break.

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posted Sep 6, 2007

I dont see winning the 20/20 WC as a major achievement.
Certainly, congratulations to whoever wins it, but i hope they take it with a reality check, and get back to real cricket.

As for Sri Lanka, I hope they do well, but I am more looking forward to the matches against England, than the Twent/20 World Championships…

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