Sri Lanka vs New Zealand, 1st Test Highlights: Prabath Jayasuriya's Fifer Helps SL Beat New Zealand By 63 Runs

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand, 1st Test Day 5, Highlights: Prabath Jayasuriya took five wickets to steer Sri Lanka to a 63-run victory Monday over New Zealand on the final morning of the first Test in Galle. Set a target of 275 to win, the Black Caps were bowled out for 211 less than 15 minutes after play resumed from overnight, with Rachin Ravindra top-scoring on 92. Ravindra had finished on Sunday waging a lone battle on a sharply turning pitch in Galle, where the tourists had lost all four of their previous Test encounters. (Live Scorecard)

Right then, that is it from the intriguing first Test between these sides. Sri Lanka has secured a 1-0 lead in this Two Test series. The second test between these sides will be played on Thursday, the 26th of September. The game will begin at 4.30 am GMT. But as you all know, our build up begins much sooner so do join us for the same. Until then, take care, and cheers!

Dhananjaya de Silva, the skipper of Sri Lanka, says that win in England boosts their morale and the boys are delivering. States the stand between Chandimal and Karunaratne helped them a lot and it was one of the key factors of their win. Admits they need to improve and get more runs from the lower order. Says he enjoys captaining, he wasn’t going to bowl but he feels he has the ability to take wickets.

Tim Southee, the skipper of New Zealand, says that it was a good game, it’s a tough place to come but he’s happy for the way they fought. Credits the way William bowled and pips he’s got a great future. Adds they lost the last five wickets for not a lot in the first innings and that’s probably what cost them.

Prabath Jayasuriya is the Player of the Match. He says that he just does his best and sticks to the basics. Mentions