Sri Lanka reach 265 for 8 against India after Sonal Dinusha scores 85
26 Aug 2026Updated 21 days ago1 source
According to a report by the Times of India, Sri Lanka ended the day's play at 265 for eight in response to India's declared first-innings total of 503 for nine. Sonal Dinusha top-scored with 85, while Pasindu Sooriyabandara contributed 80 runs, leaving the host team 38 runs away from avoiding a follow-on.
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What happened
Sri Lanka responded to India's first-innings total of 503 for nine declared by reaching 265 for eight at the end of the day. Sonal Dinusha scored 85 runs and Pasindu Sooriyabandara scored 80 runs to lead the fightback for the hosts.
Why it matters
Sri Lanka is fighting to avoid a follow-on, currently requiring 38 more runs with two wickets in hand to force India to bat again in the second innings.
What we know
- India declared their first innings at 503 for nine.
- Sri Lanka is currently at 265 for eight.
- Sonal Dinusha scored 85 runs.
- Pasindu Sooriyabandara scored 80 runs in his second Test innings.
- Sri Lanka needs 38 runs to avoid the follow-on.
What we don't know
- The specific venue where the match is being played.
- The specific dates of the match.
- Whether this is a senior national team fixture or an 'A' team bilateral match.
What's next
Sri Lanka will resume batting on the next day to try and score the 38 runs required to avoid the follow-on.
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