In the event, he became the first player to take a five-wicket haul on ODI debut. His performance with both bat and ball ensured Sri Lanka's victory and earned him a man of the match award. The Wisden Cricketers' Almanack described his performance as a "superb debut".
In the end, he became the first player to achieve a five-wicket haul on his ODI debut. His batting and bowling prowess guaranteed Sri Lanka's triumph and earned him man of the match honors. The Wisden Cricketers' Almanack characterized his performance as "outstanding."