Sonal Dinusha Scores Maiden Test Century Against India in Galle Test
Sonal Dinusha scored his maiden Test century for Sri Lanka against India during the first Test at Galle International Stadium. Coming in at a challenging 90 for 5, Dinusha added 146 runs with Niroshan Dickwella, helping Sri Lanka reach 284 before being all out. Dinusha's 100 runs off 168 balls included four fours and two sixes. His century places him among notable Sri Lankan No. 6 batsmen to score against India, joining former captains like Arjuna Ranatunga. Dickwella contributed 80 runs in the partnership, providing crucial stability.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (70–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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freepressjournal broke this story on 17 Aug, 11:30 am. Other outlets followed.