World record by Wanindu Hasaranga

Sri Lanka's Wanindu Hasaranga had set a world record in the 20-20 World Cup match between Sri Lanka and the West Indies yesterday.

Wanindu Hasaranga has claimed the most number of wickets taken by a bowler in a 20-20 overs tournament, With the two wickets he took in yesterday's match, the total number of wickets he took in the 20-20 World Cup this year was 16. The previous record holder was Ajantha Mendis, who took 15 wickets in the 2012 tournament.

Sri Lanka won the match by 20 runs against the West Indies yesterday.

aHowever, the Sri Lankan team will have to withdraw from the 20-20 World Cup this time.