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Sri Lanka take 1-0 lead against South Africa ‘A’

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Sri Lanka A triumphed over South Africa A by six wickets in a thrilling match at Kimberley’s Diamond Oval this past week.

Oshada Fernando of Sri Lanka bats during day 2 of the Four-Day match between South Africa A and Sri Lanka A at Kimberley Oval on September 09, 2024. Picture: Danie van der Lith

Sri Lanka A triumphed over South Africa A by six wickets in a thrilling match at Kimberley’s Diamond Oval this past week.

Batting first, South Africa A posted 372 in their first innings, with Tony de Zorzi scoring 105. Sri Lanka A responded with 323, thanks to Oshada Fernando’s 122.

In the second innings, South Africa A managed only 124, with Keegan Petersen top-scoring with 45. Sri Lanka A chased down the target, reaching 174/4, led by Fernando’s 80.

Lasith Embuldeniya was the standout bowler for Sri Lanka A, taking 8 wickets in the match. This victory marked a significant achievement for Sri Lanka A.

Score Summary:

South Africa A: 372/10 (108.2 overs) & 124/10 (31 overs)

First Innings: Tony de Zorzi 105, Ryan Rickelton 89; Prenelan Subrayen 4/72. Second Innings: Keegan Petersen 45

Sri Lanka A: 323/10 (91.5 overs) & 174/4 (43.4 overs)

First Innings: Oshada Fernando 122, Kamindu Mendis 65; Gerald Coetzee: 3/58. Second Innings: Oshada Fernando 80, Sadeera Samarawickrama 45

Match Result: Sri Lanka A won by 6 wickets.

Eshan Malinga of Sri Lanka during day 3 of the Four-Day match between South Africa A and Sri Lanka A at Kimberley Oval on September 10, 2024. Picture: Danie van der Lith

Tshepang Dithole of South Africa during day 3 of the Four-Day match between South Africa A and Sri Lanka A at Kimberley Oval on September 10, 2024. Picture: Danie van der Lith

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