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Watching Cricket From Trees! Sri Lankan Fans Show Extreme Passion During 1st T20I Vs NZ

Sri Lankan fans climb trees to watch the first T20I [Source: @mufaddal_vohra/x.com]Sri Lankan fans climb trees to watch the first T20I [Source: @mufaddal_vohra/x.com]

Cricket in Asia has its own flavour, and Sri Lankan fans just showed the world how far they’ll go to watch their team in action. During the first T20I between Sri Lanka and New Zealand at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, some die-hard fans went beyond the usual seats and found a new viewing spot – up in the trees!

Sri Lankan Fans Climb Trees to Watch 1st T20I vs NZ

Yes, they climbed up the tress and found their spots and settled in to cheer for the home from above. The photos of the same quickly went viral and it’s easy to see why.

These fans are proof of just how intense the cricket fever is in Sri Lanka, where a good view of the game is worth a little tree climbing. Fans on social media couldn’t stop applauding this level of passion and love for the sport.


Sri Lanka’s Bowlers Give Their Fans a Reason To Celebrate

While Sri Lankan supporters found unique ways to watch the game love, Sri Lanka’s bowlers brought the heat to make their supporters happy. New Zealand chose to bat after winning the toss, but things didn’t go as planned for the Kiwis.

Sri Lanka’s bowlers went straight for the jugular. By the 12th over, New Zealand is reeling at 68/6, with Matheesha Pathirana leading the charge by picking up two key wickets. Maheesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara, Dunith Wellalage, and Wanindu Hasaranga all chipped in with a wicket each and showed that this bowling unit means business.

It looks like they’re aiming to wrap up New Zealand’s innings quickly to set up what could be an easy chase for the home side.