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Mendis needs to stand the test of time: Buchanan

Former Australian and Kolkata Knight Riders coach John Buchanan says Ajantha Mendis should be judged on a long-term basis only and success in one series doesn’t really mean anything.

“Mendis reminds me a bit of Johnny Gleeson, though he releases the ball much quicker, is taller and stronger. He also has good change of pace,” he said.

“I don’t know the reason why the Indian batsmen failed against Mendis. As far as Warne was concerned, over a period of time people read him more. But Warne’s ability stood the test of time like any great batsman or bowler’s. It’s a testing time for Mendis. His action has not been studied in detail by opposing batsmen, not been exposed enough.”

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