'Dominant' Athapaththu hits tournament-best 106 for Sri Lanka

Chamari Athapaththu scored a tournament-best unbeaten 106 runs, leading Sri Lanka to a dominant nine-wicket victory over Ireland on July 1, 2024. This crucial win keeps Sri Lanka's hopes of reaching the T20 World Cup semi-finals alive. Athapaththu's exceptional performance included 13 boundaries and one six, reaching her century in just 59 balls. Sri Lanka successfully chased down Ireland's target of 117 runs with 37 balls remaining, demonstrating a strong batting display. The team's bowling unit also performed well, restricting Ireland to 116 for 9 in their allotted 20 overs. This victory marks a significant step for Sri Lanka in the ongoing T20 World Cup, showcasing their potential to advance further in the competition.