- Gus Atkinson’s century and a strong bowling display put England in control.
- Sri Lanka struggled with both bat and light, ending Day 3 at 25-2.
- England leads by 256 runs with one day remaining.
England took a commanding position in the second Test against Sri Lanka on Day 3, largely due to Gus Atkinson’s remarkable innings.
His century of 118 runs was instrumental in England setting a challenging total of 427. The Sri Lankan response faltered as they were bowled out for 196, leaving them with a significant deficit.
England Dominates Day 3, Sri Lanka Struggles in Lord’s Test
As England continued their second innings, they were 25-1 at stumps, with a lead of 256 runs. Despite a cautious start from Sri Lanka’s openers, England’s bowlers, including Atkinson and Olly Stone, made crucial breakthroughs. Play was interrupted by fading light, and Sri Lanka ended the day at 25-2.
In their second innings, England opted not to enforce the follow-on and reached 25-1 at stumps, extending their lead to 256 runs. Sri Lanka faced difficulties with both their batting and the deteriorating light. Dimuth Karunaratne’s successful review and Atkinson’s breakthrough wicket of Nishan Madushka were highlights before the light issues halted play.
Sri Lanka will need to make a strong comeback to salvage the Test, having not lost at Lord’s in over a decade. The final day promises an exciting conclusion, with England aiming to seal the series win and Sri Lanka fighting to turn the match around.
“England moved into a strong position to win the series against Sri Lanka by taking a stranglehold on the second Test at Lord’s.”
