Dhananjaya and Kusal Mendis Build Solid Stand as Sri Lanka Trail by 86
· Sports · ESPNCricinfo, Cricbuzz
Dhananjaya de Silva and Kusal Mendis batted through the second session of the third day, bringing Sri Lanka's deficit down to 86 runs. The partnership neared 200 runs, moving Sri Lanka into the ascendancy with six wickets still remaining in the innings. Both batters maintained control against the bowling attack through the afternoon session.
Why it matters
This resilient partnership puts Sri Lanka in a strong position to overturn the first-innings deficit and dictate the course of the match.
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