Kamindu Mendis and Pasindu Sooriyabandara headed a strong Sri Lanka rally after the follow-on. The match was looking difficult after India set a big total. Day four saw them keep India on the back foot. They showed great grit. Together they pushed to 199 for three at tea. Sooriyabandara stayed unbeaten on 90. Mendis paired up with Sooriyabandara and constructed a solid partnership.
Sri Lanka Cricket hopes to play additional test matches. The board is pushing to schedule extra matches against India, England and Australia. They continue to request these key games.