Introduction
The tiny Island in the Indian Ocean South of India called Sri Lanka is also called Emerald Island for its beautiful forests. You can see different shades of green which is very refreshing. This predominantly Buddhist Island is famous for its beauty, Buddhist monasteries and of course Cricket stalwarts like Jayasuriya, Murali, Vaas, Mahela Jayawardene etc. Sri Lanka at the World Cup of Cricket 2007 is perfectly balanced team.
World cup achievements
Sri Lanka at the World Cup of Cricket 2007 made its debut in the first ICC cricket World Cup in 1975. It was the 8th Test cricket playing nation when the status was given in 1981. It is poised to regain the cup they won in the 1996 World Cup. It was Sri Lanka’s glorious moment when they defeated Australia in the final. The way Lankans approached the game that year has revolutionized the game forever. The strategy was to score maximum runs during first 15 overs when the field restrictions were on. This outlook has become the key factor in One day international matches. They reached the semi-finals in the 2003 World cup. Sri Lanka is the only team to win ICC Trophy to win the World cup as well.
Top players:
Sri Lankan team is one of the strongest teams in the World Cup. The team has the likes of Sanath Jayasuriya, Muralitharan, Kumar Sangakkara, Chaminda Vaas, Russel Arnold, and Mahela Jayawardene. The team is most balanced in every department. The players have years of experience. Kumar Sangakkara is the best wicket keeper in the world. Sanath Jayasuriya is best all rounder in the game. Muralitharan is the highest wicket taker and best spinner. Chaminda Vaas has loads of experience with him. With lots of world record holders in the team Sri Lanka is poised to regain the Cup they once won in 1996. With a good combination of experience and consistent performance in international matches Sri Lanka at the World Cup of Cricket 2007 is looking a good contender for winning the cup.
