Sri Lanka's lower order frustrates India in ongoing Colombo Test
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 10:20 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Sri Lanka's lower order, led by Sonal Dinusha, continues to resist India's bowling on Day 5 of the Test in Colombo. After resuming at 229/6, Sri Lanka has extended its lead beyond 100 runs, reaching 399/8 in the first session. India's fans express disappointment over the absence of Jasprit Bumrah, noting that the team struggles to remove tailenders. With rain threatening, India's chances of a win are fading as the match progresses into the afternoon session.
- •Sri Lanka started Day 5 at 229/6, leading by 16 runs.
- •Sonal Dinusha scored a century, contributing to Sri Lanka's strong position.
- •India's bowling lineup is criticized for failing to dismiss Sri Lanka's tailenders.
- •Jasprit Bumrah is missing from the squad due to injury.
- •Rain is forecast, adding urgency to India's quest for wickets.
- 10:20 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Removes tailenders within minutes’: Fans miss Jasprit Bumrah as Sri Lanka's lower order, Sonal Dinusha defy India in Colombo Test
"Fans lament Jasprit Bumrah’s absence as Sonal Dinusha and Sri Lanka’s lower order frustrate India in Colombo.
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