IND vs SL 2nd Test Day 5 Highlights: Sri Lanka's Remarkable Fightback Forces a Draw
CricAnalyser | August 27, 2026
INDIA
503/9 d
DRAW
SRI LANKA
290 & 429/9
Match Result & Status:
- Match: India vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Test Match (Day 5 Final)
- India 1st Innings: 503/9 declared
- Sri Lanka 1st Innings: 290 all out
- Sri Lanka 2nd Innings (Follow-On): 429/9
- Result: Match Drawn
- Key Performers: Sonal Dinusha (Twin Centuries in the match), Keshan Nishantha (50), Lahiru Kumar (Valiant tail-end block), Ravindra Jadeja, Manav Sutar
Day 5 Key Takeaways
- Sonal Dinusha's Twin Tons: Sonal Dinusha put on an extraordinary batting showcase, converting his second-innings resistance into another masterclass century—his second century of the Test match!
- Resilient Tail-End Resistance: Nightwatchman Keshan Nishantha scored a crucial half-century to frustrate the Indian attack early in the day, while Lahiru Kumar held up one end with a marathon defensive effort.
- Indian Spinners Stymied: Despite relentless efforts from Ravindra Jadeja and Manav Sutar, the Day 5 pitch offered limited assistance, allowing Sri Lanka to wipe out the 213-run deficit and build a lead of over 200 runs.
- Handshakes & Series Wrap: Both captains agreed to call time with Sri Lanka sitting comfortably on 429/9, securing a memorable draw after being asked to follow on.
Day 5 Final Scorecard Highlights
| Batter / Bowler | Performance |
|---|---|
| Sonal Dinusha | Twin Centuries (100+ in both innings) |
| Keshan Nishantha | 50 (Crucial lower-order support) |
| Lahiru Kumara | Stonewalled 79+ balls to seal the draw |
| Ravindra Jadeja & Manav Sutar | Late breakthroughs on Day 5 |
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