Ajantha Mendis promoted as Second Lieutenant in Sri Lankan Army

After decimating Indian strong batting line-up in the Asia Cup final at Karachi, Ajantha Mendis is on a new high. He was given a hero's welcome by the Sri Lankan crowd and media. Ajantha Mendis, who was working as a gunner with Sri Lankan Army, has been promoted as a Second Lieutenant. He was promoted five ranks in the army by Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse.

Mendis, who has emerged as the most difficult bowler to read, took 17 wickets in the Asia Cup including a career best 6/13 against the Indians in the final. He had also won the "Man of the Series" award.