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Usman Khawaja, Steve Smith tons power Australia to 330-2 in first Test

Steve Smith remained unbeaten on 104 after surpassing 10,000 Test runs, guiding Australia to a commanding position alongside fellow centurion Usman Khawaja on day one of the opening Test in Galle on Wednesday.

The Times of India

Australia batter Steve Smith passes 10,000 Test runs in opener against Sri Lanka

The 35-year-old, captaining the side in the absence of Pat Cummins, needed just one run in Galle to reach the milestone in Galle.

The Independent UK

Sri Lanka v Australia: first men’s cricket Test, day one – as it happened

Steve Smith and Usman Khawaja made unbeaten centuries as Australia reached 330 for 2 after winning the toss in Galle

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Australia’s fortunes turn on bowling choices ahead of first Test in Sri Lanka

The batting order in Galle looks set – but absence of Cummins and Hazlewood leaves decisions on the variety of spinners

The Guardian - AU

Steve Smith set to pass 10,000 Test runs in Sri Lanka

Australian batting maestro Steve Smith stands on the brink of an extraordinary milestone as he prepares to lead his side in the opening Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Wednesday.

The Times of India

Aussies in a different Sri Lanka from the one they left

Sri Lanka was in the grips of a severe economic crisis the last time the Australian cricket team visited, but there are noticeable differences this time around.

AAP

Kuhnemann, Smith both train in first Galle session

Matthew Kuhnemann and Steve Smith appear ready to return from injuries after completing Australia's first training session since arriving in Sri Lanka.

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Steve Smith feared he needed surgery on injured elbow

Steve Smith is preparing to face Sri Lanka in Galle, but the star Australia batter initially feared his elbow injury could require more surgery.

AAP

Galle to host two-Test series during Australia's tour of Sri Lanka

Australia will play both the Tests on their tour of Sri Lanka next year at the Galle International Stadium.

The Times of India

Australia to face another trial by spin in Galle

Three years after being spun out at the picturesque Galle Stadium by Sri Lanka, Australia will again be asked to play two Tests there on the impending tour.

AAP

Big blow for New Zealand! Kane Williamson set to miss start of Test series against India

NEW DELHI: Veteran New Zealand batter Kane Williamson will miss the start of the three-Test series against India due to a groin strain suffered during the second Test against Sri Lanka in Galle. The injury requires a period of rehabilitation, delaying Williamson's departure to India.

The Times of India

Records tumble for Sri Lanka’s Kamindu in second Test against New Zealand

Sri Lanka’s Kamindu Mendis enters the record books with a century in the second Test against New Zealand in Galle.

Al Jazeera

Prabath Jayasuriya leads Sri Lanka to victory over New Zealand in first Test

NEW DELHI: Prabath Jayasuriya claimed five wickets, guiding Sri Lanka to a 63-run win against New Zealand on the final morning of the first Test in Galle.

The Times of India

New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra stands between Sri Lanka and victory in Galle Test

NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka remains on track for victory against New Zealand in the opening Test in Galle, despite a determined effort by Rachin Ravindra who remains unbeaten on 91.

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Karunaratne, Chandimal fire as Sri Lanka take control of first New Zealand Test

NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka positioned themselves strongly, ending at 237-4 at stumps against New Zealand on the third day of the opening Test in Galle.

The Times of India

1st Test: Tom Latham, Kane Williamson help New Zealand respond strongly to Sri Lanka

NEW DELHI: Tom Latham and Kane Williamson spearheaded New Zealand's comeback with impressive half-centuries on the rain-interrupted second day of their first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle. The Black Caps ended the day at 255-4, trailing by just 50 runs.

The Times of India

1st Test: Kamindu Mendis hundred steers Sri Lanka to 302/7 against New Zealand on Day 1

NEW DELHI: Kamindu Mendis continued his impressive form, scoring a magnificent 114 to lead Sri Lanka to a total of 302-7 on the first day of the opening Test against New Zealand in Galle on Wednesday.

The Times of India

EXPLAINED: Why Sri Lanka and New Zealand will have a rare six-day Test in September

NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka's opening Test against New Zealand at Galle next month has been allocated six days with a rest day included to accommodate country's presidential election.

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Dynamite News

Indian coast guard ships conclude Exercise Dosti, head to Galle, Sri Lanka

Indian Coast Guard (ICG) ships Samarth and Abhinav have docked in Galle following the completion of Exercise Dosti in Male. Read further on Dynamite News:

Evening Standard

Amangalla: a stay at Sri Lanka's best hotel

Amangalla is Sri Lanka’s only hotel to make the prestigious World’s 50 Best list – so is this Sri Lanka’s best hotel? Joel Porter checks in to find out…

Evening Standard

Sri Lanka travel guide: all you need to know

What to do, where to stay and when to visit

The Hindu

Pakistan's long-term aim is to top rankings says coach ahead of 2nd test vs Sri Lanka

Not many teams come to Sri Lanka and manage a win in spin fortress Galle.

The Times of India

2nd Test: Pakistan look to seal series against Sri Lanka after year-long drought

Pakistan celebrated a long-awaited triumph as they secured their first Test victory in 12 months against Sri Lanka in the opening match of the series in Galle. Their newfound batting aggression proved to be the key to success, setting them up for the second Test starting on Monday at the…

The Times of India

WATCH: Pakistan's Babar Azam, Abrar Ahmed explore picturesque Galle after victory in first Test

NEW DELHI: Pakistan skipper Babar Azam and his teammate Abrar Ahmed explored the city of Galle after defeating Sri Lanka by 4 wickets in the opening game of the two-match Test series.

The Times of India

1st Test: Imam-ul-Haq anchors nervy chase as Pakistan win Galle Test by four wickets

NEW DELHI: Opener Imam-ul-Haq displayed a brilliant batting performance to anchor Pakistan's chase and secure a thrilling four-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in a nerve-wracking opening Test in Galle on Thursday.

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