This allegation has been levelled by the members of the 1996 Sri Lankan Cricket team members.
However, it is also said that renowned players Aravinda de Silva and Sanath Jayasuriya had not been given their due recognition despite having shown their ability against India.
However, as they were not even given an invitation for the match against India, they were seen in the public stands watching the game.
The photos of them watching the match from the public stands was circulating over social media recently.
