[Watch] Malaysian Pacer Replicates Lasith Malinga's Action, Athapaththu Smokes A Maximum

Aisya Eleesa Replicates Lasith Malinga's Action [X.com]

In the 7th match between Sri Lanka Women and Malaysia Women of the Women's Asia Cup at the Dambulla International Stadium on July 22, Malaysian pacer Aisya Eleesa stole the spotlight with a delivery that bore an uncanny resemblance to Sri Lankan legend Lasith Malinga's iconic action.

The incident occurred in the 19th over during Sri Lanka’s innings. Aisya Eleesa, channeling Malinga’s unique sling-arm style, bowled a delivery that was in the slot and around the middle stump line. 

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Sri Lankan skipper Chamari Athapaththu capitalized on this, going through the line of the ball with a mighty swing and sending it soaring over long-on for a maximum. The crowd erupted as the ball sailed into the stands.

Watch - Aisya Eleesa Replicates Lasith Malinga's Action

Athapaththu’s century, her first in Sri Lanka and the first by any player in the Women's Asia Cup, was a masterclass in batting. This was her third T20I hundred, and she celebrated amidst loud applause from the crowd. 

Later in the match, Sri Lanka Women set a formidable target of 184 runs. Their bowling attack then showcased their prowess, dismantling the Malaysian side for a mere 40 runs in 19.5 overs.

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