Ireland face a long final day in Galle on Friday if they are to hang on and rescue the country’s first-ever draw in Test cricket
IRELAND’S BATSMEN FACE a long final day in Galle on Friday if they are to hang on and rescue the country’s first-ever draw in Test cricket.
Ireland lost two early wickets in their second innings to end the day 54-2, and now need at least a further 158 on the final day to avoid a second straight innings defeat.Ireland could still achieve a historic first draw if they can hang on after losing all five of their games since obtaining Test status in 2017.
Madushka’s marathon knock lasted six minutes short of eight hours after he faced 339 deliveries and hit 22 fours and a six.
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