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Nuwantha, Jayasuriya make an impact but India well ahead

September 10, 2026 · ESPN Cricinfo

Inclement weather severely curtailed the day's action, permitting a mere 43 overs of play. Despite the limited time on the field, Sri Lanka's slow bowlers managed to leave a significant mark by claiming six dismissals out of the seven that occurred during the proceedings. Even with those key breakthroughs by the spin pairing, India remained firmly in control of the contest by the close.