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    Lahiru Thirimanne has led Sri Lanka's fightback on day three of the first cricket test against England in Galle

    Lahiru Thirimanne has led Sri Lanka's fightback on day three of the first cricket test against England in Galle


    The opening batsman's 76 not out, with the hosts 156 for two, still trailing by 130 runs.

    Earlier, 228 from captain Joe Root led the visitors to 421 all out.

    INTERNATIONAL CRICKET COVERAGE WITH RESENE. CELEBRATING SEVENTY-FIVE YEARS OF NEW ZEALAND MADE PAINTS AND COLOURS.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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