5 ways in which Sri Lanka can bid Sangakkara a memorable Goodbye

5 ways in which Sri Lanka can bid Sangakkara a memorable Goodbye: The unsung hero of the cricket world, Kumar Sangakkara, a gentleman of the game, a veteran and an inspiration for the budding faces of the game; will bid goodbye to International cricket in the upcoming tour versus India. Sangakkara has announced his retirement after the 2^nd Test of the 3-match Test series against the visitors.

He has been a consistent performer, a dependable wicket-keeper and a captain who leads from the front. Sri Lanka, owes a last goodbye to the cricketing legend when he plays his last matches of the 15-year long career. Sri Lankan cricket team will no doubt give its best as captain Mathews said, “A series win is the best way to send off a player of Sangakkara’s calibre.”

Here are 5 ways in which Sri Lanka can bid Sangakkara a memorable Goodbye:

1. No better way to retire than a series win:

The best way for a player to sign-off is with a series win. Sangakkara’s last series of his career would be a gift from the young Sri Lankan side if they win it for him. In the recent days, Sri Lanka has delivered disappointing performance against Pakistan losing both the Test and the ODI series. A series win will give a hope to the veteran about the secured future of the budding side.

2. Youngsters leading the side, following the retiring hero:

Sangakkara has always led his team from the front; he has been the cornerstone for the Sri Lankan cricket team since a long time. If the young players of the team step up and play some match defining knocks just like the legend, the smile on his face would be priceless.

3. Preserving the 22-year old legacy:

India hasn’t had a series win in Sri Lankan island in the last 22 years; Sangakkara has been a part of side preserving history since last 15 years of his career. Sanga would retire with even greater pride if the legacy continues.

4. A 2-0 series seal:

Sanga is to retire after the 2^nd Test of the series between India and Sri Lanka. If Sri Lanka seals the series in the first two matches itself Sangakkara will be a part of the winning squad. That would mean Sanga can watch the last match from the comfort of his home and enjoy it even more.

5. A dazzling goodbye celebration:

The Hero of the Lankan islands, one of the best batsmen the world has ever produced should retire with all the pomp and show. A night of celebration for his cricket career will make his journey even more memorable. ‘A night for the Knight’.