Sri Lanka v India, 3rd Test, Day 3 - Brilliant Dinesh Chandimal

Sri Lanka discovered themselves at 5 for 3 at the start of the third day and when Dinesh Chandimal came at the crease, the Lankans were still trailing by 100 runs. He witnessed the departure of skipper Angelo Mathews and at 95 for 5, a dismal end to this Test match was on the cards.

Dinesh Chandimal rose to the occasion to restore Sri Lanka’s pride. He essayed the breathtaking knock of 2015. He received some valuable support from Thirimanne and Jehan Mubarak and yes, Chandimal was lucky enough to survive some close calls, but fortune always favors the brave.

Chandimal went for a counterattack and it paid off big time. Moreover, the way he shepherded the tail was quite special. The guy can attack and as well as exhibit responsibility when needed. His knock of 162 not out is one of the finest I have seen in 2015.

Morning always doesn’t show the day.

This Test match has come to life from nowhere. It deserves to be a memorable one for Kumar Sangakkara.

Thank You
Faisal Caesar