IND vs SL | My only target is to play knock-out round in T20 World Cup, asserts Lasith Malinga

After being written off by many, Malinga showed the world what he has got with some devastating spell of fast bowling in the last few years. He has not only made himself a weapon to Sri Lanka's disturbing dynamics but also ensured that his captaincy remains a fundamental factor why the world is still interested in the team from Emerald Isle even after regular underperformance. Only an active member in the shortest version of the game, having retired from the other two formats, it was only genuine that question about his future will linger, and it did, as Sri Lanka stepped feet in India for a three-match T20I series.

"We are looking for a new start in the New Year. T20 is an unpredictable format. We can't predict say who's the best. Anyone can change the momentum in one over. I want to give an opportunity to the young players. They are talented, have skills but lack experience. It's an important series to set the tone for us. In this format, the key is to win the situations and bowlers can win you matches."