Sri Lanka Battles Light, England in Test Thriller

Sri Lanka was at 211 for five in response to England's 325 when bad light halted play on the second day of the third test at The Oval. Despite early struggles, a resilient partnership between Dhananjaya de Silva and Kamindu Mendis moved their total past 200, complicating England's position.

Sri Lanka stood at 211 for five as bad light brought the second day of the third test at The Oval to an early close. England had earlier posted 325 in their first innings.

The floodlights were on all day, and as the light worsened, only spin bowlers were allowed by the umpires. Dhananjaya de Silva and Kamindu Mendis led Sri Lanka's rally from 93 for five with scores of 64 and 54 respectively, showcasing resilience.

Opener Pathum Nissanka made 64, while debutant Josh Hull claimed his crucial wicket. England's bowlers initially struggled but improved remarkably, with Chris Woakes and Olly Stone contributing key dismissals.

(With inputs from agencies.)