Hemantha to Head, 2 runs, tossed up full outside off. Head stretches forward and drives it past extra cover for a couple of runs. Not sure the sweeper picked that off the bat
Time for a breather, and SL need this. Australia have come out swinging and they have landed most of their punches. SL a little on the ropes now, but they will hope the field spreading out and the introduction of spin offers them some respite. Hemantha into the attack. Over the wicket
Mendis: “@Sarthak: The replacement bowler has to be of a similar bowling style and Shanaka and Chameera are the only Pace bowlers. ” — Not really. Shanaka could have opted for anyone to complete that over.
H. Prasanna : “Percentage cricket from Marsh. He played the field beautifully, this is what Australia were missing”
Sooraj: “Is it a good batting track or just poor bowling from Sri Lanka? Because seldom has a game felt done after the first innings powerplay.” — Don’t think this game is done by any stretch. SL’s bowling has been a little iffy. Australia’s intent has been top, and the pitch seems to be aiding stroke-making.
