LPL 2024 |Twitter in splits as Wijesundera goes into dance mode after Binura Fernando's epic send-off to Mohammad Haris

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The cricket field has seen its share of peculiar celebrations, but none quite as strange as an impromptu dance. Such was the spectacle during the game between Colombo Strikers and Kandy Falcons, where Isitha Wijesundera's dance captivated the audience after his spectacular catch of Mohammad Haris.

‌Colombo Strikers had a tough time with the bat after losing Muhammad Waseem, Glenn Phillips, and Nipun Dhananjaya within the powerplay. However, Sadeera Samarawickrama’s 36-ball fifty and Dunith Wellalage’s crucial innings took them to 159/8 in 20 overs. In reply, the Kandy Falcons had a shaky start with Dinesh Chandimal’s dismissal in the first over. The trouble continued for Kandy when Binura Fernando dismissed Mohammad Haris, leading to a hilarious celebration by Isitha Wijesundera.

On the second ball of the third over, Fernando delivered a back-of-a-length ball to Haris. The delivery was angling down the leg stump as the Pakistan batter aimed to pull it. Despite perfectly executing the pull shot, Haris mistimed it, connecting with the toe end of the bat. The ball soared toward backward square leg, where a well-positioned Wijesundera was stationed. With utmost dedication and effort, he dived to his right and took a stunning catch.

Immediately after securing the catch, Wijesundera dropped to his knees and burst into an exuberant dance of joy. Meanwhile, Fernando added to the drama by giving Haris a spirited send-off, raising his hand and pointing towards the dugout.

Witnessing these events unfold, the Twitterverse couldn't contain their excitement, flooding social media with reactions and shares.

Weird celebration

Repeat!

Favoring them

Fixed or what?

Excellent knock

Sure shot

Atleast once

Great contribution

Easy win

Eliminator battle

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