Kamindu Mendis and Pasindu Sooriyabandara headed a strong Sri Lanka fightback after the follow-on. The match had been in trouble after India posted a massive total. Day four saw them keep India at bay. They held on. Together they reached 199 for three at tea. Sooriyabandara remained not out on 90. Mendis paired up with Sooriyabandara and constructed a solid partnership.
Sri Lanka Cricket is aiming for more test matches. The board is working to add games against India, England and Australia. They keep asking for these key games.