Sri Lanka's middle order secures series victory with late chase
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 10:57 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Sri Lanka's middle order successfully chased down a target of 176 runs, achieving victory with 2.2 overs to spare and six wickets remaining. The match took place on August 2, 2026, showcasing strong performances from key players, including Kavindi and Athapaththu. This win marks a significant achievement for Sri Lanka in their ongoing series, adding to their momentum as they progress. Further details on the series will be forthcoming.
- •Sri Lanka chased down 176 runs with six wickets in hand.
- •The match concluded with 2.2 overs left to play.
- •Key performances came from players Kavindi and Athapaththu.
- •The match took place on August 2, 2026.
- •Sri Lanka aims to build on this success in the series.
- 10:57 AMESPNcricinfo — Kavindi, Athapaththu star as all-round SL canter to series win
"Sri Lanka's middle order chased down the target of 176 with 2.2 overs to spare, and six wickets in hand
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