Sat Sep 28 14:04:00 UTC 2024: ## Sri Lanka Dominates New Zealand, Enforces Huge Follow-On in Galle Test
**Galle, Sri Lanka:** Sri Lanka asserted complete dominance in the second Test match against New Zealand, securing a stunning 514-run lead after bowling out the visitors for a paltry 88 runs in their first innings. The hosts’ victory march was led by the exceptional bowling performance of Prabath Jayasuriya, who claimed a magnificent six-wicket haul for just 42 runs.
Jayasuriya’s performance marked the eighth time he has claimed a five-wicket haul at the Galle International Stadium, solidifying his dominance at the venue. He is now just six wickets away from achieving the milestone of 100 Test wickets, which would make him one of the fastest to reach this landmark.
Captain Dhananjaya de Silva played a crucial role in the Sri Lankan victory, not only with his own batting but also by claiming five catches, all off Jayasuriya’s bowling. This achievement made Dhananjaya and Jayasuriya the second pair in Test history to achieve this feat.
The Sri Lankan bowlers continued their relentless pressure in the second innings, with Jayasuriya and debutant Nishan Peiris taking six and three wickets respectively, forcing New Zealand to follow-on. This follow-on, a mammoth 514 runs, is the third largest in Test cricket history.
Sri Lanka now stands on the verge of a series win, with the dominance displayed in this Test match putting them in a strong position for a resounding victory.
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