Stunning Silva century give Sri Lanka series
Chamara Silva sent a strong reminder of his abilities to the national selectors with a counterattacking 84-ball 104 that swept the visitors to a thrilling two-wicket victory and sealed the series 2-0.
Chasing 247 in a 40-over match at the Allan Border Field, Sri Lanka seemed to be out of the game when they stuttered to 88 for 5 after 19 overs before Silva revived their hopes through a 72-run stand with Kosala Kulasekara. Australia were still in charge when Kulasekara holed out to Travis Birt in the 33rd over with the visitors needing 87 off 45 deliveries. Read more
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