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
27/11Live
1st Test, Sri Lanka tour of South Africa at Durban, Nov 27-Dec 1 2024
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![South Africa]( "South Africa")
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![Sri Lanka]( "Sri Lanka")
28/4 * (10 ov)
Current Run Rate
CRR
2.8
Minimum Ov. Rem
Min. Ov. Rem
59.0
27/11Live
1st Test, Sri Lanka tour of South Africa at Durban, Nov 27-Dec 1 2024
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![South Africa]( "South Africa")
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![Sri Lanka]( "Sri Lanka")
28/4 * (10 ov)
Current Run Rate
CRR
2.8
Minimum Ov. Rem
Min. Ov. Rem
59.0
Match Coverage
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Sri Lanka picked up six wickets for 111 runs in the extended opening session of the day
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
Sri Lanka's batting vs South Africa's bowling in the race to WTC final
Two teams, who have struggled in the last two cycles, are now pushing for a final spot in this cycle
Sri Lanka begin crucial South Africa tour in happy hunting ground
With both teams in with a good shot of making the WTC final, there will be plenty at stake in Durban
