Sri Lanka Vs England Test

England vs Sri Lanka: 1st Test at Galle, January 14 - 18, 2021

England's Commanding Victory in Galle

England claimed a commanding victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test at Galle, with the match concluding on January 18, 2021.

England's Batting Dominance

England posted an impressive 358 runs in their first innings, with Smith contributing a crucial 111 and Brook adding 56. Sri Lanka's Asitha claimed 4 wickets for 102 runs. England extended their lead in the second innings, scoring 205 for 5, with Root top-scoring with 62.

Sri Lanka's Fightback

Despite England's dominance, Sri Lanka fought back in their first innings, posting 236 runs. Dhananjaya and Rathnayake both scored 72, while Kamindu made a vital 113. In their second innings, Sri Lanka managed a respectable 326, with Chandimal contributing 79.

England's Bowling Prowess

England's bowlers played a pivotal role in the victory. Broad claimed 4 wickets in the first innings, while Anderson picked up 3 wickets in the second innings. Leach and Woakes also contributed with 2 wickets each.

Conclusion

England's comprehensive victory in Galle gave them a strong start to the three-match series. The win highlighted the team's batting depth and bowling prowess. Sri Lanka will look to bounce back in the second Test, which begins on August 21, 2024, at Manchester.