Kamindu Mendis: Decoding his stunning Test stats in Asia
In the ongoing first Test between Sri Lanka and New Zealand in Galle, Kamindu Mendis smashed 114 off 173 until he was picked up by Ajaz Patel. Mendis walked in at number five for SL. He shared a century-plus stand alongside Kusal Mendis. It was a fine effort from the batter, who has dominated the scenes. Here we decode Mendis' Test stats in Asia.
NZ vs SL: Day 1 summary
SL started off the match with two boundaries by Pathum Nissanka. However, NZ were back in control after William O'Rourke struck twice dismissing both openers as the scoreboard read 33/2. Mendis and Kusal Mendis (50 off 68) added 103 runs for the 6th wicket. O'Rourke picked up a three-fer (3/54), while Glen Phillips recorded (2/52). The home side went into stumps at 302/7.
Mendis averages 108.40 in Asia
As per ESPNcricinfo, Mendis has racked up 542 runs in four matches (6 innings) on Asian soil at 108.40. His highest score is 164. In addition to three tons, he has two fifties in Asia. At home, Mendis averages 87.50 and has managed 175 runs across two innings (100s: 1, 50s: 1). Notably, he has five fifty-plus scores in six innings on Asian soil.
Mendis owns 4 tons in Tests, surpasses 4,500 FC runs
Overall, in Tests, Mendis has raced to 809 runs in just seven matches at 80.90. He has four hundreds and four fifties to his name across 11 innings. Meanwhile, Mendis has amassed 4,541 runs in 50 First-Class matches at an average of 63-plus. His highest score is 200*. He has smashed 17 tons and 23 half-centuries in FC cricket.
