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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

17 January 2021

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.

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