Resilient Sri Lanka overcome Test layoff

For a man of Trotts background - raised in a macho environment where fears and insecurities are to be denied - to ask for help is a major undertaking. There is a certain bravery in doing so. He knows some will mock him and accuse him of weakness and that will hurt him. But theres a certain selflessness in his actions, too. He could have battled on, living on reputation and not allowed anyone else an opportunity in his place. But he knew he wasnt in the mood to help the team as much as he would have liked. He knows there is no guarantee of a return to the side. .