India Close In On Sri Lanka After Sooriyabandara-Kamindu Fifties
· Sports · ESPNCricinfo, Indian Express, Times of India
Sri Lanka ended day four just 16 runs ahead after being asked to follow-on against India, with fifties from Sooriyabandara and Kamindu holding up the hosts. India are pushing for a result on the final day after enforcing the follow-on. The narrow lead sets up a tense finish with the visitors needing quick wickets to wrap up the match.
Why it matters
India are on the verge of a Test win that would strengthen their position in the series, while Sri Lanka face an uphill battle to avoid defeat on day five.
Read the original report — ESPNCricinfo
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