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Kamindu Mendis writes his own story of Sri Lankan excellence

Kamindu Mendis sets Bradman-type numbers in his early Test career to expose disrespectful talk of England’s future plans

The Guardian - UK

Joe Root steers nervy England to victory in first Test against Sri Lanka

Joe Root’s unbeaten 62 ensured England wrapped up victory in the first Test against Sri Lanka

The Guardian - UK

Joe Root guides England to battling win over Sri Lanka at Old Trafford

Root finished unbeaten on 62 as England chased down 205 to win by five wickets.

The Independent UK

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Angelo Mathews regains some pride after Sri Lanka caught cold by England

Angelo Mathews couldn’t reproduce his come-from-behind century from 10 years ago, but at least showed some steel after tourists’ poor start

The Guardian - UK

1st Test: Jamie Smith, Harry Brook drive England into lead against Sri Lanka

NEW DELHI: Jamie Smith's unbeaten 72 helped England secure a slim first-innings lead against Sri Lanka in the opening Test at Old Trafford on Thursday, despite the second day being curtailed by poor light and rain. England reached 259-6, a lead of 23 runs, in response to Sri Lanka's 236.

The Times of India

Overshadowed Test series gives hint of intrigue despite the gloom

As England and Sri Lanka battled for control, every time nothing interesting seemed to be happening, something surprising happened

The Guardian - UK

Jamie Smith carries England clear of Sri Lanka on rain-hit day two of First Test

Hosts on course despite top of the order failing to fire

Evening Standard

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Jamie Smith continues to impress as England edge ahead against Sri Lanka

Just 57 overs were possible in Manchester, with the morning session wiped out by rain and bad light curtailing the evening’s play.

The Independent UK

Ollie Pope takes captaincy reins but shadow of Stokes looms large

England’s stand-in Test captain kept himself busy on his first day, and he was not short of advice at Old Trafford

The Guardian - UK

Ollie Pope will strike different tone as leader but continuity is key

England’s stand-in Test captain has a weakened team under him for the first Test against Sri Lanka

The Guardian - UK

How to watch England vs Sri Lanka and live stream 1st Test online or on TV, hosts just ahead going into Day 4

Here's how you can watch England vs Sri Lanka 1st Test online, ready for when it takes place from Wednesday, August 21 to Sunday, August 25.

WhatToWatch

Jayasuriya’s style adds intrigue to Sri Lanka’s series against England

Coach’s talent could rub off on his players in the tourists’ first series in England for eight years

The Guardian - UK

Sri Lanka close on victory in second Bangladesh Test

NEW DELHI: Prabath Jayasuriya, Lahiru Kumara, and Kamindu Mendis showcased their prowess by claiming two wickets each, propelling Sri Lanka towards yet another commanding victory in the second and final Test match on Tuesday.

The Times of India

Sri Lanka on course for Test-series sweep over Bangladesh despite batting collapse

Sri Lanka strengthens lead against Bangladesh in second Test despite batting collapse, aiming for series sweep.

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Sri Lanka on top in second Bangladesh Test despite batting blues

NEW DELHI: Asitha Fernando showcased an impressive performance, claiming figures of 4-34 as Sri Lanka bowled out Bangladesh for 178 in the second Test in Chittagong, securing a substantial lead of 353 runs in the first innings.

The Times of India

Sri Lanka beat Afghanistan by 10 wickets in one-off Test

Sri Lanka clinched a comfortable 10-wicket victory on Monday in the one-off Test against Afghanistan in Colombo.

The Times of India

One-off Test: Afghanistan fightback reduces Sri Lanka's lead to 42

NEW DELHI: Ibrahim Zadran cracked a maiden Test ton as Afghanistan produced a superb fight on Day 3 of the one-off Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo, ending at 199 for one in their second innings on Sunday.

The Times of India

One-off Test: Sri Lanka take opening day honours against Afghanistan

NEW DELHI: Openers Dimuth Karunaratne and Nishan Madushka shared a quick 80-run stand after an all-round bowling show as Sri Lanka took opening day honours against Afghanistan in the one-off Test in Colombo on Friday.

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Abdullah Shafique double ton puts Pakistan in command of 2nd Test

NEW DELHI: Pakistan opener Abdullah Shafique showcased an exceptional performance, scoring his maiden double century on the third day of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.

The Times of India

Yashasvi Jaiswal climbs 11 spots, Rohit Sharma 9th in ICC Test rankings

NEW DELHI: Rising Indian star Yashasvi Jaiswal made an impressive climb of 11 places to reach 63rd position among batters in the latest ICC Test rankings released on Wednesday. This significant rise in his ranking is attributed to his recent performances in the drawn second Test against the West Indies…

The Times of India

1st Test: Imam-ul-Haq anchors nervy chase as Pakistan win Galle Test by four wickets

NEW DELHI: Opener Imam-ul-Haq displayed a brilliant batting performance to anchor Pakistan's chase and secure a thrilling four-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in a nerve-wracking opening Test in Galle on Thursday.

The Hindu

Shakeel, Salman help Pakistan counter Sri Lanka's spin

Pakistan's Shakeel/Salman rescue innings from precarious 101-5, de Silva's 122 bolsters SL to 312. Shakeel/Salman's 120-run stand steadies Pak, de Silva's 50th Test ton helps SL to respectable total.

The Hindu

Sri Lanka beats Ireland again, wins Test series 2-0

Prabath Jayasuriya became the fastest spinner to reach 50 Test wickets and Ramesh Mendis claimed his fourth five-wicket haul as Sri Lanka cruised to an innings and 10-run win over Ireland

The Hindu

Sri Lanka spinner Prabath Jayasuriya breaks 71-year-old Test record

Sri Lanka vs Ireland second Test at Galle: Sri Lanka spinner Prabath Jayasuriya broke a 71-year-old record when he dismissed Ireland’s Paul Stirling to claim his 50th Test wicket on the final day of the second Test

The Times of India

Sri Lanka's Prabath Jayasuriya now quickest spinner to take 50 Test wickets

Breaking a record that stood for seven decades, Sri Lanka's left-arm orthodox spinner Prabath Jayasuriya entered his name in history books by becoming the fastest spinner to take 50 wickets in Test cricket.

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