The match began at 9:30am GMT in Pallekele with spectators waving flags and face paint singing along enthusiastically to Sri Lanka's jaunty tune. Simon, covering the match, has reportedly become quite the banana expert during his trip to cover the tournament.
Sri Lanka T20 Triumph Over England
Sri Lanka's cricket fans erupted in enthusiastic celebration as their team's anthem was described as a 'crushing win' during the T20 World Cup Super 8s match against England in Pallekele.