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SL match-winner Mendis earns army promotion |
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Thursday, 10 July 2008 |
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Reuters, Colombo- Sri Lanka's unorthodox spinner Ajantha Mendis has been promoted to the rank of second lieutenant in the army after his match-winning exploits in the six-nation Asia Cup. Mendis helped his country win Sunday's final by taking six wickets for 13 as India were bowled out for 173. The 23-year-old soldier, who has a unique bowling style, was promoted five ranks in the army by the island's President Mahinda Rajapakse in recognition of his performance.
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