Pakistan vs Sri Lanka 2017: 5 reasons why Pakistan lost the Test series

#1 Improving Sri Lankan side

Sri Lanka have improved considerably following the India series

After a 9-0 thrashing by India at home (across formats), a 2-0 series win away from home is a big achievement for Sri Lanka. The determination, grit and temperament shown by the Sri Lankan players need to be applauded.

Dinesh Chandimal was fantastic as the captain. He led from the front and marshalled his troops really well. Even when Pakistan were going well, he didn’t allow the intensity of his side to drop. He set unorthodox fields and made important decisions – one of them being playing five bowlers.

Also, senior players like Chandimal, Dimuth Karunaratne, Rangana Herath and Perera stood up and delivered noteworthy and match-defining performances to help Sri Lanka cross the line.

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Edited by Arvind Sriram