The Sri Lankan fast bowler, known for his blond-tinted hair and distinctive slingshot action, received a guard of honour from his teammates at a packed R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.
Bowler Lasith Malinga claims the man of the match honours after taking four wickets in Sri Lanka's 20-run win over Cricket World Cup hosts England in Leeds.
Australia captain Aaron Finch and pace bowler Mitchell Starc stole the show as the World Cup holders eased to an 87-run win over Sri Lanka at the Oval on Saturday.
Sri Lanka are also the first team to blank the Proteas at home since Australia won 3-0 in South Africa in 2006.
New Zealand, who won the first match by 45 runs, take an unbeatable 2-0 lead before the final game of the series next week.
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