Sri Lanka salvage draw after battling Dinusha denies India
COLOMBO, Aug 27 - Sri Lanka's middle-order batsman Sonal Dinusha orchestrated a remarkable comeback, leading his team to a draw and preventing India from securing a series win in the second test. Dinusha scored an impressive 133 not out, becoming the third batsman of the match to reach a century. Following on when the players shook hands, Sri Lanka reached 429-9.
India claimed victory in the series 1-0, but Sri Lanka's resilience in the face of adversity was evident. Dinusha formed a century-run partnership with Keshara Nuwantha to stall India, staying until the end to secure the draw.
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