KARACHI: Unorthodox spinner Ajantha Mendis (pic) might hold the key Sri Lanka as they attempts to defend their Asia Cup title against India today. The 23-year-old Mendis -- bowling in the company of prolific offspinner Muttiah Muralitharan -- has baffled batsmen with his variations to become the tournament's leading wicket-taker with 11 dismissals from four matches. "He's done what he is capable of doing," Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene said. "We are not going to put lot of pressure on him. We are just going to give him freedom to go out there and enjoy his first final for his country." Sri Lanka have kept India guessing on the abilities of Mendis by resting the strike bowler, along with the experienced Chaminda Vaas, from their final Super Fours match on Thursday. India beat Sri Lanka by six wickets in that encounter...
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