Kumar Sangakkara's Wife Interviews His 'Biggest Aussie Fan'
In an informal interview, Kumar Sangakkara's wife Yehali decided to find out just what her husband means to an 'unassuming' Australian fan at the P Sara Oval Stadium in Colombo.
Kumar Sangakkara received a massive applause when he came out for his final international appearance, in Colombo on Thursday. Even as the iconic cricketer got busy playing his farewell Test, wife Yehali decided to take a TV mike and find out just how much her husband is admired - especially by an Aussie cricket fan. (2nd Test Scorecard)
Yehali interviewed an Aussie fan, who claimed to be one of the most passionate supporters of Sangakkara. (Also read: Kumar Sangakkara gets emotional guard of honour in Colombo)
"I love Kumar. He is one of the all-time greats of cricket. I am an Australian but am a huge supporter of Sri Lankan cricket," said the unnamed fan, who was not aware that the person interviewing him was none other than Mrs Sangakkara.
"It's a sad day to see Kumar retire but we will always remember his great innings," the Aussie went on.
Yehali maintained a straight face for most parts of the interview but burst out laughing when she finally revealed to the fan that she was married to the cricket star.
"Did you know I am his wife? And I thank you for all the kind words," she said, concluding the interview.
Sangakkara will hang his boots at the end of the Colombo Test - his 134th. He continues to have a huge fan following around the world - one that has grown through the course of each of his 39 tons since his debut in 2000.