Sri Lanka vs Australia Test Match
JYNEWS, Sri Lanka vs Australia Test Match : The 2025 Warne-Muralitharan Trophy has exploded into chaos as Sri Lanka collapsed spectacularly on Day 1 of the second Test against Australia in Galle. With Dinesh Chandimal fighting a lone battle and Ramesh Mendis’ controversial recall backfiring, this match is a rollercoaster of drama. Here’s everything you need to know about the carnage—and where to catch every heart-stopping moment.
Sri Lanka’s hopes of redemption after their humiliating innings defeat in the first Test were crushed within hours of Day 1. Electing to bat first on a Galle pitch offering sharp turn, the hosts crumbled to 144/5 at tea, losing four wickets in a chaotic session. Only Dinesh Chandimal (70*) stood firm, weathering Australia’s relentless spin attack led by Nathan Lyon (3/47).The match marks veteran opener Dimuth Karunaratne’s 100th and final Test, but his farewell tour turned sour with a dismissal for 27. Meanwhile, Ramesh Mendis, controversially recalled after being dropped since 2023, failed to justify his selection, falling for a duck.
Chandimal, Sri Lanka’s last-standing hope, played a masterclass in survival. His unbeaten 70 showcased impeccable footwork against Lyon’s spin and Starc’s reverse swing. With 13 boundaries, he single-handedly dragged Sri Lanka to respectability.Stat Alert:
The off-spinner’s return to the XI after a year-long absence backfired spectacularly. Promoted to No. 7 to bolster the batting, Mendis fell for a golden duck to part-timer Travis Head. His bowling later proved equally toothless, leaking 28 runs in 5 overs.Controversy: Fans blasted selectors for dropping Jeffrey Vandersay, who took 3 wickets in the first Test, for Mendis.
Lyon dismantled Sri Lanka’s top order with surgical precision. His dismissal of Pathum Nissanka (11) via a ripping off-break that clipped the top of middle stump was the ball of the day.Milestone Alert: Lyon needs 4 more wickets to overtake Shane Warne as Australia’s leading wicket-taker in Sri Lanka.
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Hotstar Alert: Indian viewers can catch Hindi commentary on Disney+ Hotstar.
Q: Why did Sri Lanka drop Jeffrey Vandersay for Ramesh Mendis?
A: Selectors cited Mendis’ superior batting, but his golden duck exposed the gamble. Vandersay had taken 3 wickets in the first Test.
Q: Can Sri Lanka still win this Test?
A: Unlikely. Australia need 5 more wickets to bundle Sri Lanka under 200, and their batters thrive on spin-friendly tracks.
Q: How significant is Chandimal’s innings?
A: Critical. Without his 70, Sri Lanka might have folded under 100. His knock delayed Australia’s dominance.
Q: What’s next in the series?
A: After this Test, both teams head into ODIs on Feb 12 and 14, preludes to the 2025 Champions Trophy.
With Sri Lanka reeling at 144/5 and Chandimal running out of partners, Australia are poised for another innings victory. For Sri Lanka, this Test is a harsh reminder of their reliance on aging stars and flawed selection policies. As the sun sets over Galle, one question lingers: How long can Chandimal keep carrying this team?Stay tuned—this collapse isn’t over yet.
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