Hasaranga says his attitude helped him overcome challenges and inspire himself to improve

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Colombo, July 12 (Daily Mirror) - Wanindu Hasaranga, who has often faced criticism for the team's disappointing exit in the T20 World Cup and his attitude, as well as some disciplinary issues, said that this attitude has helped him overcome challenges and inspire himself to improve.

"I have at all times expressed emotion on the field and such attitude has helped me overcome challenges and to inspire myself to do better. This is in no way aimed to offend anyone," he said.

He said that any remarks made in frustration regarding performances on or off the field were never meant personally.

"If my words have offended anyone, I offer my sincere apologies," Hasaranga said.

Hasaranga announced his resignation from the Sri Lanka men’s T20I captaincy yesterday.

In his letter of resignation to Ashley De Silva, CEO of Sri Lanka Cricket, Hasaranga said that stepping down from the captaincy is in the best interests of Sri Lanka Cricket, opting to continue serving the team as a player.

He lamented Sri Lanka's performance at the recent T20 World Cup, noting, "Sri Lanka’s early exit at the T20 World Cup is extremely disappointing to me as the Captain and for the entire team."

Despite believing that the team was well-prepared, Hasaranga acknowledged their failure to meet expectations, particularly highlighting the close match against Bangladesh that ended in defeat.

Acknowledging his responsibility as captain, Hasaranga apologised to the nation and Sri Lanka Cricket for not delivering better results.

"The team and I have let our country down," he admitted.

Looking ahead, Hasaranga emphasised his commitment to contributing as a player, relinquishing the captaincy to focus exclusively on his game.

"I feel my performances at my peak was extremely helpful to bring about victories to our nation," he said, expressing his intention to maintain high standards and support the team in any capacity.

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Ian Boththama Friday, 12 July 2024 11:06 AM

John McEnroe was a tennis legend who also had a bad temper (attitude?) but was successful. Attitude should not be misconstrued as it will be akin to misusing fire. You can cook a meal for the poor or burn Ranils house using fire. Young players like Wanindu should be given a senior mentor.

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Liberal One Friday, 12 July 2024 11:09 AM

What ever the past is these are very mature gestures. Well-done who ever managed the captaincy transition.

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manoharan Friday, 12 July 2024 11:37 AM

Hasaranga ,I have high respect for the way you play and you can do well .But guard your tongue ,this is something I being a minority learnt in order to survive in this country with a emotionally charged population

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APPUHAMY Friday, 12 July 2024 11:44 AM

It is funny man, you have not improved at all!

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joshua Friday, 12 July 2024 12:07 PM

attitude could have helped to overcome your issues, but NOT the country's challenges. Happy that you resigned. Please play only IPL. It is the IPL where you shine.

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Aquarius Friday, 12 July 2024 12:21 PM

If you think your attitude helped you become better, God help us to have you as the captain. Acknowledge you are a good bowler but the rest of your cricketing behaviour is questionable. You can always improve your behaviour and your attitude will get better.

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Yohan Friday, 12 July 2024 12:51 PM

Overrated arrogant joker nothing else. He is not a match winner. When ever he scores or takes wickets SL looses. SL has ever won matches with leggies in past as well. Only with non associated nations, he has become successful. ICC ranking is a failure. Even you can see that allmost all in that list are average players. Even a Nepali cricketer is at 7. Even Shanaka is at 15 without doing anything. Lol.

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Much is desired Friday, 12 July 2024 01:18 PM

It seems you still haven't overcome your most pressing weaknesses.

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Slfan Friday, 12 July 2024 02:13 PM

He is reflecting from his own position and standards which seems fine. Coz he was never groomed to be player let alone a leader!!!!! Part of representing a country is not only carrying oneself bevaiour and attitude infield or off field but the expectation of a nation. Our humble beginnings cannot be an excuse for any type of arrogant behavior, coz you have been paid to do that job!!! Exposure to league cricket and the financial benefits which came with that to a person who was not part of proper groom system was the refection he showed during the recent matches. Cricket will not change in the future and I am confident national duties will be compromised for many more new leagues to come up. Players who are matured to handle it will flourish..... Players like waindu will disappear like his fading hair color... Or will be chucked out once their zest is gone.....

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Behind the scene Friday, 12 July 2024 03:29 PM

Certain individual whose authority was questioned by him could also behind a campaign .

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Sambo Friday, 12 July 2024 07:59 PM

His attitude is good for him and no one else. Good he gave up the captaincy before good players leave.

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