Cricket-Theekshana back as Sri Lanka look to target Australia with spin

FILE PHOTO: Cricket - ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2021 - Round 1 - Group A - Sri Lanka v Ireland - Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - October 20, 2021 Sri Lanka fans are seen in the stand during the match REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed

(Reuters) - Spinner Maheesh Theekshana has recovered from injury in time for Thursday's Twenty20 World Cup clash against Australia, Sri Lanka coach Mickey Arthur said, hopeful that the youngster can exploit the opposition's weakness against the turning ball.

Theekshana, 21, who missed the win against Bangladesh due to a side strain, made his international debut only last month but has quickly established himself as a much-feared mystery bowler, drawing comparisons with former Lankan spinner Ajantha Mendis.