3rd Test, Galle.
Rampant Sri Lanka crush England.
Chasing Sri Lanka’s 499-8 declared, England fell a mere 218 runs short… of avoiding the follow on. Jayawardene made a contribution of 213* towards the host’s massive total, their 3rd in 3 matches. England slumped to 24-4 by lunch.
Needing 300 to avoid the follow on, England went on to make just 81. They’ve almost managed to make the nation’s footballers look successful. England ended the day 2-0 after 1 over of their 2nd Innings.
There is no shame in losing to Sri Lanka, of course, who should be applauded for their often brilliant cricket. They are clearly a better side than England and are on the up.
Peter Moores has got a job on his hands. Good luck.
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