'Unprofessional': Sanjay Manjrekar slams Sri Lanka’s antics in Colombo
Sanjay Manjrekar expressed disappointment with Sri Lanka's conduct as the match neared its climax, deeming their reaction to the fading light as somewhat unprofessional and distracting. While India declared their first innings, Sri Lanka stumbled to 8/2. In contrast, Manjrekar commended India's determination to continue playing despite the rain, highlighting their dominant position going into the…
Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar has criticised Sri Lanka's approach during the tense final moments of Day Two of the second Test against India in Colombo, calling the hosts' behaviour over the fading light "slightly unprofessional". Sri Lanka finished the day on 8/2 after India declared their first innings at 503/9. Manjrekar, however, praised Suthar for making the most of the situation and credited India for remaining on the field, putting pressure on the umpires to resume proceedings.
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