Sturridge created both of Suarez's goals and also scored himself, taking his tally to 11 in his last 11 league appearances, as Liverpool underlined their title credentials. Boss Rodgers said: "I am not sure there are two better strikers in the league." There are some wonderful partnerships around like Wayne Rooney and Robin Van Persie, but those two are right up there with the best. There are two different types as well. Sturridge has pace and power while Suarez can shift his body very quickly which is always tough to defined.
Suarez's future at Anfield was in doubt after he was given a 10 match ban for biting Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic and made clear his desire to leave during the summer.But Liverpool held firm and are reaping the benefits of the striker, who unveiled a T-shirt paying homage to his new-born son Benjamin after scoring. Rodgers said: "Suarez has a remarkable mentality. His determination and focus are amazing and he is like a new signing for the Club.
Daniel Sturridge, whose goal flew in off his right arm, said of Suarez, It's great to have Luis back because he's one of the best forwards in the league and we've formed a great partnership. The result was a major blow to Sunderland caretaker in job boss Kevin Ball's hopes of landing the job on a permanent basis. Luis is someone who loves football. I know how much it the ban hurt him. During it he wanted lots of extra work, extra finishing sessions, extra conditioning sessions. When he came back he wanted to be up to speed. He knew it would be very hard for him if he wasn't very good when he came back.