Manjrekar criticizes Sri Lanka for poor behavior in Colombo Test
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 10:28 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026

During the second Test against India in Colombo, Sanjay Manjrekar criticized Sri Lanka’s conduct as the match approached its conclusion. He described their complaints regarding fading light as unprofessional. India declared their first innings at 503/9, and Sri Lanka ended the day on 8/2. Manjrekar highlighted India’s persistence in continuing play, which saw them take early wickets amid rain interruptions. The match remains in progress with India holding a significant lead.
- •Sri Lanka scored 8/2 at the end of Day Two.
- •India declared their first innings at 503/9.
- •Prabath Jayasuriya was dismissed as rain interrupted play.
- •Sanjay Manjrekar criticized Sri Lanka's reaction to the light conditions.
- •India remains in control as the match continues.
- 10:28 AMYahoo Sports — 'Unprofessional': Sanjay Manjrekar slams Sri Lanka’s antics in Colombo
"Sanjay Manjrekar expressed disappointment with Sri Lanka's conduct as the match neared its climax, deeming their reaction to the fading light as somewhat unprofessional and distracting. While India declared their first innings, Sri Lanka stumbled to 8/2. In contrast, Manjrekar commended India's determination to continue playing despite the rain, highlighting their dominant position going into the next phase of the game.
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