Takeaways: Right call by Sri Lanka to bowl first
Firdose Moonda and Andrew Fidel Fernando look back on a short but exciting day's play in Durban
27/11Stumps
1st Test, Sri Lanka tour of South Africa at Durban, Nov 27-Dec 1 2024
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![South Africa]( "South Africa")
191 & 132/3 * (40 ov) -
![Sri Lanka]( "Sri Lanka")
Current Run Rate
CRR
3.3
Last 10 Ov (Run Rate)
Last 10 Ov (RR)
33/0 (3.3)
27/11Stumps
1st Test, Sri Lanka tour of South Africa at Durban, Nov 27-Dec 1 2024
-
![South Africa]( "South Africa")
191 & 132/3 * (40 ov) -
![Sri Lanka]( "Sri Lanka")
Current Run Rate
CRR
3.3
Last 10 Ov (Run Rate)
Last 10 Ov (RR)
33/0 (3.3)
Match Coverage
All Match NewsJansen seven-for blows SL away to record low as SA take command at Kingsmead
SL were bowled out for 42, their lowest Test total, as SA gained a 149-run first-innings lead
Stats - Sri Lanka's lowest-ever Test total, and the second-shortest Test innings ever
Stats highlights from Sri Lanka's first innings in Durban where they were bundled out for 42
Injured Mulder to not bowl or field any further in the Durban Test
A decision on whether he will bat will be made as the match continues after he suffered a fractured finger
Persistent rain allows only 20.4 overs on opening day
There was enough time for Sri Lanka to strike four times before the weather opened up shortly before lunch
Sri Lanka reap the rewards of investing in their seam bowlers
The visiting pace unit knocked over four South African wickets in the 20.4 overs possible on day one, in another showcase of Sri Lanka's expanding variety and skill in the fast-bowling department
