Sri Lanka beat Australia by 229 runs to clinch series

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Off-spinner Dilruwan Perera bagged six wickets to help Sri Lanka clinch a historic series win over Australia today as the world number one side suffered a humiliating 229-run loss inside three days in the second Test in Galle.

Australia, chasing a challenging 413 for victory, were bundled out for 183 after lunch as Sri Lanka, who won their last series against the visitors in 1999, took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match rubber.

Veteran spinner Rangana Herath set up the win for the hosts with his maiden Test hat-trick which helped dismiss Australia for a record low of 106 in their first innings. (AFP)

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Comments - 17

S.Suriyakumr Saturday, 06 August 2016 07:21 PM

Well done well done .CongratsKeep it up via DM Android App

Sinhabahu Sunday, 07 August 2016 07:41 AM

Our capt. Angi ! He flies' Like a Butterfly and sting like a Bee ! Be ware Aussies we haven't finished you with yet.

Yogeswaran Thuraisingham Sunday, 07 August 2016 02:45 AM

So happy that Sri-lanka was able to turn tables on the Aussies. I am in Australia but they do not show any cricket matches on TV except the ones in which Australia is playing. Even the news is a clip of few seconds when the Aussies are at the receiving end. Will I be able to buy a DVD of these epic encounters in Sri-lanka

Prem Sunday, 07 August 2016 12:27 AM

Congratulations slc,and Anjelo and team.never ever aproach Murali for coaching.

Wise Donkey Saturday, 06 August 2016 10:25 PM

Everything is fantastic except our openers. Please replace them right away. no more chances. Enough is enough.

GC Saturday, 06 August 2016 09:41 PM

I wonder what Murali managed to teach Aussies. They may sue him now!

Ratnayake Saturday, 06 August 2016 07:55 PM

Great performance, it surpassed those who always thought it is impossible including a few former players, Congratulations our dear sons . You can do better and silence the critics again.

Sheriff Saturday, 06 August 2016 07:30 PM

Well done the young lions. V r proud of u guys. Keep the flag flying.

Jagath Leanage Saturday, 06 August 2016 07:29 PM

We are sooooo happy. Just imagine, we came from nowhere to beat world's number one. Well done . Keep it up boys.

Liswom Saturday, 06 August 2016 01:37 PM

Well done boys. Go for the brown-wash. via DM Android App

Cobra Saturday, 06 August 2016 06:29 PM

So it was much ado about nothing regards Murali. He duped the Aussies, that's what he did. Congratulations to the boys - well done!

clueless Saturday, 06 August 2016 03:40 PM

well done. go for the whitewash. need to sort openers. via DM Android App

Coconut Republic Saturday, 06 August 2016 02:51 PM

Truly awesome performance. Well done boys and keep up the spirit. Keep building up from here on. Angelo , learn to be more aggressive from all perspective. You are too defensive.Murali, Thanks for giving the Australians the googly. Team , don't become lethargic here on. Good luck guys.

Srilankan Saturday, 06 August 2016 02:14 PM

Much needed moral boost for the country... thanks SL cricket .... well played boys.

Mishal-Matara Saturday, 06 August 2016 02:08 PM

What a moment for Sri Lanka...! Well done sri lanka

Amaran Saturday, 06 August 2016 01:48 PM

Congratulations, you have climbed to the top! Your performance was stunning !! Great job! Your efforts to improve your skills have made you a champion today!BUDUSARANAI !!

TJ Saturday, 06 August 2016 01:43 PM

Congratulations. Hope the SLCB would have got over the Murali phobia.

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