Sri Lanka continued their rule over it New Zealand on day 2 of the second Test with at the Galle International Cricket Stadium Kusal Mendis shining brightly as he reached a remarkable century. After previous attempts Kamindu MendisKusal’s performance, who also scored a brilliant century, highlighted Sri Lanka’s strong position in the match.
Kusal Mendis’ century: a landmark achievement
Kusal showed his exceptional talent by scoring a brilliant century on Day 2, scoring his 10th Test ton. Coming in at a critical juncture, Kusal was instrumental in Sri Lanka’s innings and reached three figures with a magnificent six over long-on. Glenn Phillips.
His knock of 106 helped shore up Sri Lanka’s total of 602 runs before declaration. Apart from adding significant runs to the scoreboard, Kusal’s performance also underlined his importance in the batting line-up as Sri Lanka aim for a decisive victory over New Zealand.
The declaration stops Kamindu Mendis from reaching the milestone
Meanwhile, Kamindu narrowly missed out on his first double century as Sri Lanka’s captain, not out on an admirable 182. Dhananjaya de SilvaA huge total of 602/5 made the strategic decision to declare the first innings. While Kamindu’s remarkable innings showcased his stamina and skill, the declaration came just as he was poised to reach the coveted milestone.
Although he was disappointed not to reach the double ton, his contributions were instrumental in laying a solid foundation for Sri Lanka in the match, setting the tone for the team’s dominance over New Zealand.
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Here’s how the fans reacted:
Great century from Kusal Mendis, his 10th in Test Cricket! What a player! 👏 #SLvNZ pic.twitter.com/uN2hDBMxKR
— Sri Lanka Cricket 🇱🇰 (@OfficialSLC) September 27, 2024
Kusal Mendis brings up his 10th Test with a SIX!!!
SL runs at just 592-5#SLvNZ pic.twitter.com/H9PG8qobZ2
— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA) September 27, 2024
It’s a Kusal tone for Mendis, who is flourishing in his new role.
Sri Lanka will be happy, Chandimal with runs at first drop. Mendis down the order, things are looking bright and sunny for Sri Lanka!#SLvNZ
— Nikhil 🏏 (@CricCrazyNIKS) September 27, 2024
It is safe to say that Kusal Mendis has achieved the no. 07 positions. #SLvNZ
— Naveen Peiris (@_Naviya_) September 27, 2024
Kusal Mendis is the leading run-scorer in 2024 across all formats.#SLvNZ pic.twitter.com/FDqu6TT4dK
— SPORTS (@ImooJadeed) September 27, 2024
After 5 long years, Kusal Mendis scored his first Test hundred in the history of World Test Championship. #SLvNZ
– The longest wait is finally over for Medis. pic.twitter.com/6TBsqUZMng
— Thurunu Jayasiri (@ThurunuJ) September 27, 2024
100 for Kusal Mendis.#SLvsNZ pic.twitter.com/wRZr8APDTl
— Prasanna Rodrigo (@Prasanrod) September 27, 2024
🇱🇰🏏 10th Test Century for Kusal Mendis
2nd Test Century vs New Zealand
4th Test Century at Galle
6th Test Century in Sri Lanka #sportpavilionlk #SLvsNZ #SLvNZ #KusalMendis #danushkaaravinda pic.twitter.com/vPL0TRnzMR— DANUSKA ARAVINDA (@DanuskaAravinda) September 27, 2024
https://twitter.com/_extracover_/status/1839613870194737614
100 for Kusal Mendis
3rd century Sri Lanka shot 594/5 on board and they haven’t declared yet#SLvNZ pic.twitter.com/KtUhvgRLRI
— Abhijeet ♞ (@TheYorkerBall) September 27, 2024
Kusal Mendis 🔥👏🏻
Six and a century 🙌🏻
His 10th Test 100 and 4th at Galle.
Get back in shape with Rebirth #7 #SLvsNZ— Loshan – ARVLOSHAN (@ARVLoshan) September 27, 2024
Kusal Mendis finally breaks the curse with a brilliant 1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣. Menda performed well ❤️#SLvsNZ
— Prabath🇱🇰 (@Prabathkv96) September 27, 2024
GOAT KUSAL MENDIS GET HIS SIXTH CENTURY
— Anfaas🇵🇸 (@AnfaasUTD) September 27, 2024
Kusal Mendis also made a century for New Zealand
— ydv.k (@tonyvk18) September 27, 2024
What a way to bring in Kusal Mendis with sixes and hundreds in a Test match
— Aryan Goel (@Aryan42832Goel) September 27, 2024
