Yesterday’s players draft for local players finished with 107 players drafting to 7 franchises. Interestingly all the players in the draft were drafted by franchises. Today we bring you the most impressive pick of each franchise in yesterday’s draft.
1. Waymba – Dinesh Chandimal
Chandimal was the first pick of the day and that’s says all about his ability.For Waymba if Mahela opt to open thebatting Chandimal will have a big responsibility in stabilizing the innings and setting the flatporm to the likes of Razzaq and Azar Mahamood.He along with Umar Akmal will form a big threat for the opposition in waymba middle order.Dinesh Chandimal likely to bat at no 3 for waymaba and a good performance by him will put him in contention to bat at no 3 for Sri Lanka in t20 world cup by moving down Sangakkara to no 4.
2. Kandurata – Thisara Perera
Most talked player in Sri Lanka in last 3 months was the 2nd pick of the day unsurprisingly. As waymba opt to pick Chandimal as they have couple of foreign all-rounder’s and thin in batting has presented Kandurata the opportunity to pick this valuable player.Thisara Perera along with Morkel will require to score quickly for the Kandurata as their batting lack fire with Sangakkara, Misbah,Samaraweera and Paranavithan in the side.Sanath Jayasuriya is the only one with reputation of quick scorers in the side for Kandurata in the top order.Therfore Kandurata defend heavily on Thisara and Morkel to fire. Thisra also need to perform with the ball to help to release the pressure of Tanvir and Ajmal.Strong performance by Thisara by ball or bat most likely ensure top 4 finish for Kandurata.
3. Uthura – Chamara Kapugedara
Biggest disappointment of Sri Lanka cricket in recent times Kapugedara was the first pick for Uthura where Murali is and it is not surprising uthura pick him as Murali is the one who instrumented Chennai Super Kings to Pick him for the First IPL.In t20 Kapugedara was more successful even in International cricket as he is most likely player for t20 national Squad.Uthura without many stars in their lineup they have lot to cover in all areas other than Spin bowling.Kapugedara will need to fire big time for Uthura to make in to the Semi Finals.He will likely to bat at no.4.He alongside Shkib will require to put big partnership together to make Uthura competitive.Uthura looking like Rajasthan Royals in IPL strong performance by Kapugedara like Yousuf Pathan in first IPL can make a fairytale for Uthura.Highest run scorer in domestic t20 competion will be a highlight for Uthura.
4. Nagenahira – Ajantha Mendis
Sri Lankan mystery spinner who is returning after an injury was the highlight for Nagenahira in yesterday’s draft. Mendis has shown the world he can torment the oppositions who are unable to pick his variations.He will want to be in the t20 national squad and try to bring his A game in to this tournament.Still not many local players were able to pick him therefore he will be a genuine match winner for Nagenahira.Mendis will be determine whether Nagenahira finish in top4 or not.
5. Ruhuna – Lahiru Thirimanne
Sri Lankan up and coming middle order batsman Lahiru Thirimanne was the first pick for the Ruhuna and he will require to put decent performance for the batting weak Ruhuna to post big Scores.If he can stabilize the innings and release the pressure of opener Richard Levi will help Ruhunas strong bowling unit to win matches.Steady and calm approach of his will make other batsman relax and ensure them play their own game.
6. Basnahira – Jeevan Mendis
Spinning all-rounder Jeevan Mendis could be a handy pick for the Basnahira.He will help basnahira in low down the order with quick runs and help the likes of Hodge and Samuels by giving them the support in middle order.His leg spinners also could be handy in gripping surfaces and give the captain a extra option.His experience in domestic cricket could help in tight situations.
7. Uva – Bhanuka Rajapaksha
Uncapped batsman could be a surprising selection for this list over national players like Upul Tharanaga,Thilina Kandamby and Sachithra Senanayake for many. But highly rated batsman Rajapaksha would hope to show his talent to the world in this tournament. He is a hard hitting batsman and big scorer which would be ideal for t20s. Playing along with Gayle will inspire him to show his talent and win matches for Uva.This young batsman has the potential to become the rising star of the tournament like Ajinkey Rahane in this year’s IPL.
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