Bradmanesque Kamindu Mendis scales new peak as Sri Lanka dominate NZ in second Test

Sri Lankan batsman Kamindu Mendis has become the fastest player in the last 75 years to reach 1,000 runs in Test cricket, achieving this milestone in just eight Tests and 13 innings. His unbeaten 182 against New Zealand at Galle highlights his exceptional form and significant contribution to Sri Lanka’s recent successes in Test cricket.