2nd Test: Sri Lanka 196 all out despite Kamindu Mendis resistance in reply to England’s 427
On the second day of the Test at Lord’s, Sri Lanka fell 231 runs short of England’s first innings total of 427. Only Kamindu Mendis showed significant resistance with a score of 74. England’s seam attack was effective, sharing the wickets evenly. England chose not to enforce the follow-on, prioritizing strategic goals and player management.