Sri Lanka Sets England 205-Run Target in Thrilling Old Trafford Test

Sri Lanka set a target of 205 runs for England in the first test at Old Trafford. The Sri Lankans were dismissed for 326 on Day 4, with standout performances from Kamindu Mendis' 113 and Dinesh Chandimal's 79. England's Chris Woakes and Matthew Potts took three wickets each.

In a dramatic turn of events at Old Trafford, Sri Lanka has set a 205-run target for England to chase in the first test. The Sri Lankan side was dismissed for 326 just 35 minutes after lunch on Day 4.

Kamindu Mendis was a standout performer, scoring 113 runs, marking the third century of his nascent four-match test career. Dinesh Chandimal also contributed significantly with a solid 79 runs.

England's bowlers rose to the challenge, with Chris Woakes securing figures of 3-58 and Matthew Potts taking 3-47, ensuring a gripping conclusion to the match.

(With inputs from agencies.)