Didn't want to jeopardise our hard work
Jul 14, 2012
| Opinion
Mahela Jayawardene on why Sri Lanka decided to settle for a draw in Pallekele, and the factors that helped his side beat Pakistan
A gamble that almost backfired
Jul 7, 2012
| Opinion
The decision to bowl at the SSC proved risky, and there could have been a result had the Test been played the full five days
DRS could have made big impact
Jun 28, 2012
| Opinion
We need technology to help the umpires, the ICC can step in and help certain cricket boards finance it
We have gone one-up on their bowlers
Jun 21, 2012
| Opinion
We didn't handle Pakistan's strong bowling well during the series in the UAE, but are more confident after the victory in the one-dayers
The start of World Twenty20 preparations
May 31, 2012
| Opinion
The games against Pakistan, and the one against India, are the chance to zero in on our perfect Twenty20 squad
As a captain, you love to be challenged
Mar 31, 2012
| Opinion
The win against England didn't come easy for Sri Lanka; which made it that much more special
You need to fight Australia for every run
Mar 3, 2012
| Opinion
Sri Lanka did well to move on from the Hobart defeat, defending a modest target to qualify for the CB Series finals. Now the last hurdle
We need to play the Sri Lankan brand of cricket
Dec 14, 2011
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Doing well in South Africa will be about facing the challenge head on and playing the natural, aggressive game Sri Lanka are known for
We need to put the Pakistan series behind us
Nov 27, 2011
| Opinion
It has been a disappointing outing for Sri Lanka in the UAE, but we've got to look ahead to South Africa
Two-fifty is a good score under the new Powerplay rules
Nov 17, 2011
| Opinion
Large totals are going to be difficult to achieve without good starts. Teams are going to have to rethink their strategies