Colombo, Aug 27, 2026 (AFP) - Dinusha, Nuwantha extend Sri Lanka's lead to 116 in India Test

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2026-08-27

Sonal Dinusha and Keshara Nuwantha staged a remarkable fightback for Sri Lanka in the second Test against India on Thursday as the hosts reached 329-6 at lunch on day five. Sri Lanka, who resumed on 229-6, are leading by 116 runs after being made to follow-on in Colombo. India looked favourites to wrap up the Test and series, but the two overnight batters put on an unbeaten stand of 111 to deny the visitors a wicket in the morning session. It was......

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