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Jadeja Takes 350 Wickets as Sri Lanka Fights Back
18 Aug
Summary
- Ravindra Jadeja achieved 350 Test wickets, a milestone for Indian bowlers.
- Sri Lanka posted 284 runs in their first innings after India's 462.
- A crucial 146-run partnership stabilized Sri Lanka's innings.
Ravindra Jadeja became the fifth Indian to claim 350 wickets in Test cricket during the series-opening match. India was dismissed for 462 in their first innings.
Sri Lanka responded with a resilient batting performance, reaching 284 all out. Left-arm spinner Manav Suthar was a standout for India with four wickets, while Jadeja contributed three.
After being reduced to 99 for five, Sri Lanka's innings was revitalized by a 146-run partnership for the sixth wicket between Dickwella and Dinusha. Dickwella scored 80 runs, and Dinusha achieved his maiden international century before falling for 100.
Despite the strong fightback, India's bowlers eventually wrapped up the innings. The lower order could not provide sufficient support, leading to Sri Lanka's total of 284.
