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South Africa vs Sri Lanka: Second Test Update

Day 4 Highlights

Sri Lanka staged a commendable comeback in the second Test against South Africa, leaving them 143 runs away from victory on the final day.

Key Performances

  • Dhananjaya de Silva and Kusal Mendis led Sri Lanka's fightback with unbeaten 39s.
  • Dane Paterson took 2/33 for South Africa.
  • Kagiso Rabada and Kyle Verreynne were instrumental in South Africa's late surge.

Score Update

  • Sri Lanka: 328 & 205/5 (Dhananjaya de Silva 39*, Kusal Mendis 39*)
  • South Africa: 358 & 317

Final Day Preview

Sri Lanka will need 143 runs to win, while South Africa must pick up the final five wickets for a series win.



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