Sri Lanka avoided defeat in the second Test against India through Sonal Dinusha's unbeaten 133, forcing a draw despite being made to follow-on. India won the series 1-0 after their victory in the first Test.
Sri Lanka managed to secure a draw in the second Test against India at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo, with opener Sonal Dinusha playing a crucial unbeaten innings of 133 runs off 264 balls. The home side concluded their second innings at 429 for nine wickets across 154 overs, successfully resisting India's bid for victory after being forced to follow-on.
India claimed the two-match Test series 1-0 following their 165-run victory in the opening Test at Galle. The second Test marked a historic moment, as it was the first instance of India enforcing a follow-on against Sri Lanka in Test cricket without securing a win.
Dinusha's resilience proved pivotal on the final day, beginning the fifth morning at just seven runs from 37 balls with Sri Lanka positioned at 229 for six wickets. The batsman showed determination in rebuilding the innings as India, who had appeared destined for victory following the dismissals of Pasindu Sooriyabandara and Kamindu Mendis on the fourth day, failed to break through the final resistance.
The draw highlights Sri Lanka's ability to recover from adversity, though India's series victory underscores their dominance throughout the tour. Dinusha's hundred represents a significant individual achievement in Sri Lanka's defensive effort.
