Colombo, March 1 (IANS) Sri Lanka crushed Kenya by nine wickests in a World Cup Group A match here Tuesday.

Chasing Kenya’s target of 143, the hosts reached the target in 18.4 overs, losing only Tillakaratne Dilshan for 44.

Upul Tharanga (63 not out) and Kumar Sangakkara (27 not out) then took the side home.