The home side's attack then turned the screw even further on the visitors when they reduced Sri Lanka to 18-2 by the tea interval on the second day. His latest looked a mere formality after India, chasing a record-equalling ninth consecutive test series victory, resumed on 371-4. Just when it looked like Sri Lanka would endure yet another wicketless session, Rohit edged Sandakan to be caught behind for 65. Sri Lanka reviewed the decision but replays confirmed an inside edge. Vijay, Kohli score big on Day 1Kohli and in-form Murali Vijay smashed big centuries in a massive 283-run stand to deflate Sri Lanka on the opening day on Saturday.

Source: dna December 03, 2017 04:10 UTC