Ruthless Sri Lanka snuff out Irish challenge – By TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE (eLanka Sports editor) Ireland flexed their muscles after a first Test drubbing, then realized Sri Lanka had a much bigger flex as the second Test turned dramatically in the locals favour on a surprisingly batter friendly Galle surface. From a position of what seemed like a no result, the tide changed sensationally as the Sri Lankans showed vigorous intent to push for a famous victory and instill new belief that they have turned the corner in terms of orchestrating a fightback and strategy to win games that seemed on a chartered course. After folding tamely in the first Test, Ireland’s batters found form to post a massive 492, their highest total since receiving Test status. They threw down the gauntlet, and Sri Lanka accepted, making the babe’s of world cricket realize it is a bigger picture ...
Apr 30, 2023
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