New Zealand demonstrated an all round performance in the second Test, upset the hosts, Sri Lanka, registered their first win of 2012, and squared the series.
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New Zealand smells victory as bowlers humiliate batsmen – 2nd Test vs. Sri Lanka
The bowlers from both sides ruled the day by grabbing 18 wickets during the 4th day’s play as New Zealand was marching towards a grand win to square the series.
Thilan Samaraweera boosted Sri Lanka – second Test vs. New Zealand
Thilan Samaraweera played an anchor’s role in the first innings of Sri Lanka and avoided a follow on against New Zealand that looked eminent at one stage.
Thisara Perera rules over Pakistan as Sri Lanka takes command– third Test
The lower order batsmen of Sri Lanka led by Thisrara Perera consolidated the position of their team and took a valuable lead vs. Pakistan in the 3rd Test.
England anticipates first win of the winter – 2nd Test vs. Sri Lanka
England eliminated the chances of the Islanders to celebrate their first series victory in two years as the visitors anticipate their first Test win of the winter.
England comfortably placed at close on 2nd day – 2nd Test vs. Sri Lanka
England was cruising well in their first innings due to a solid opening stand of 122 runs against Sri Lanka and was chasing well at 154 with 9 wickets in hand.
Mahela Jayawardene’s ton keeps the Lankan Lions on top – 2nd Test vs. England
Mahela Jayawardene led Sri Lanka from the front by thrashing a ton as the home side ended up the first day of the second Test vs. England on a high note.
Rangana Hearth demolished England batting as Sri Lanka wins the first Test
Rangana Herath spinned England by grabbing 12 wickets in the first Test which Sri Lanka won by 75 runs on the fourth day at Galle.
England marching towards victory – first Test vs. Sri Lanka
England was cruising towards the target of 340 runs set by Sri Lanka in the first Test and has scored 111-2 with two days to spare.
Highest Partnerships in Test Cricket
Batting in Test matches is defined with partnerships. Here are those partnerships which have stood out the test of time, from the first to the last wicket of an innings.