Mathews happy to be Sri Lanka's forgotten man

Angelo Mathews said he would be delighted to be Sri Lanka's forgotten man if it helps his side lift the World Cup.

Middle order Mathews hasn't had much chance to bat in the tournament with the top order coming good more often than not as Sri Lanka made sure of their place in the quarter-finals.

He has faced just 37 balls in the three games that he has batted, totalling 35 runs. "I feel Sri Lanka's batting is very strong," he said. "The top order has batted very well and the opportunities for others have been limited so far. "I would be happy if I don't get to bat and the top order continues to do well."

"It's not a big deal," said the all-rounder. "The conditions are similar to Sri Lanka and the wickets are also slow.

AFP