Sri Lanka is on the brink of a series defeat against India after a resilient but insufficient performance in their second innings. Forced to follow on, the hosts reached 229/6 when rain interrupted play, leaving them 16 runs behind with only four wickets remaining.
After being made to follow on, Sri Lanka battled to reach 229/6 in their second innings before rain brought an early end to the day’s play in Colombo. Sooriyabandara and Kamindu Mendis were key contributors, defying the Indian bowling attack.
Despite their resistance, Sri Lanka still trails by 16 runs with just four wickets in hand. This leaves India needing a final push on the fifth morning to secure victory and the series.
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