India in control of Galle Test despite Dinusha hundred
Rex Clementine in Galle Rain continued to play spoilsport in Galle as India were unable to begin their second innings after bowling Sri Lanka out for 284 on day three of the first Test on Monday. Armed with a first innings lead of 178 and six sessions remaining, India will be hoping the weather relents […]
Rain persisted over Galle as India attempted to resume their second innings following Sri Lanka's dismissal for 284 runs in the first Test's third day. With a 178-run lead, India hoped for better weather conditions to secure a 1-0 series lead. Rain disrupted all three days of the Test, with only 80.2 of the scheduled 98 overs bowled.
Young Sri Lankan middle order batter Sonal Dinusha, making his fourth Test appearance, scored a crucial century that kept his team in the game after they slipped to 90 for five. Partnered by wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella, Dinusha's composed performance on a challenging day showcased his resilience. Sri Lanka avoided the follow-on when Prabath Jayasuriya, returning to Test cricket after three years, edged Prasidh Krishna behind the stumps.
Dinusha, who faced 168 deliveries and struck four fours and a six, was eventually dismissed leg before wicket by Ravindra Jadeja, adding 146 runs for the sixth wicket with his teammate.
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