England set Sri Lanka 301 to win 2nd Test
November 17, 2018 11:27 am
England have been dismissed for 346 in the first session on Saturday’s fourth day, setting Sri Lanka 301 for victory in the second Test in Pallekele.
England wicketkeeper Ben Foakes followed up his debut century during the win in Galle with an unbeaten 65 in the second innings to boost the touring side’s lead.
Captain Joe Root hit 124 on Friday while opener Rory Burns made 59.
Akila Dananjaya, who was reported for a suspect bowling action after the Galle Test but is free to play, notched up career-best figures of 6-115 for the hosts.
Sri Lanka trail 1-0 in the three-Test series.
Source: AAP
