Top 10 batsmen against spin bowling in the last four decades

#8 – Mahela Jayawardene

Jayawardene was a picture of poise and elegance on even abrasive pitches

Very few batsmen tackled the turning ball as gracefully as Mahela Jayawardene did. A major reason behind his dexterity was a home-grown technique which was built on dry and low pitches in the island country.

When the chips were down and the fielders buzzed around in anticipation, Jayawardene responded by maneuvering the field with serene inside-out drives. An underrated tactician, he had a keen understanding of dealing with and against spinners.

Aside from being the second highest run-scorer on Asian soil, Mahela’s 180 against Graeme Swann and Monty Panesar showed his temperament.