South Africa vs Sri Lanka

2024 - 11 - 27

When South Africa Meets Sri Lanka: Cricket Magic or Just Another Toss?

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Catch the live action as South Africa and Sri Lanka battle it out in the 1st Test at Kingsmead! Will it be a thrilling triumph or a rainy letdown?

The cricketing world turns its eyes to Kingsmead Cricket Stadium in Durban, where South Africa takes on Sri Lanka in the much-anticipated 1st Test starting November 27, 2024! Fans around the country are buzzing with excitement as the Proteas, led by Temba Bavuma, gear up to face a determined Sri Lankan side eager to snag some much-needed points in the World Test Championship. With both teams eyeing an important win, the stakes are higher than ever, and every run counts!

Day 1 of the Test has already seen a dramatic start as Sri Lanka's captain Dhananjaya de Silva called it right at the toss and elected to bowl first, throwing South Africa into a gritty battle from the get-go. As the live scoreboard ticks away, South Africa found themselves at 15/2 after just 5 overs! The Proteas definitely have their work cut out for them, with fans holding their breath as they watch Temba Bavuma and Tristan Stubbs face the fiery Sri Lankan bowling attack.

Sri Lanka's squad is brimming with talent as they look to capitalize on South Africa's early misfortunes. Led by their experienced opener Dimuth Karunaratne and including stalwarts like Angelo Mathews and Kusal Mendis, the team’s strategy revolves around maintaining pressure on the batting lineup while also securing the wickets needed to boost their chances in this crucial series.

As we cheer on our teams, let's dig into some fun facts: Did you know that the first-ever Test match between South Africa and Sri Lanka took place way back in 1993? And in the spirit of friendly rivalry, the last time these two teams faced off in Test cricket, it resulted in an electrifying draw! Here’s to hoping for no rain delays this time around, as cricket fans are ready for some summer magic. Not more than a toss, we want runs and wickets!

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South Africa vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Live Score Streaming: Date, Time ... (The Indian Express)

Meanwhile, Sri Lanka will be looking to earn a few valuable points in the World Test Championship (WTC) and do everything they can in order to earn the spot in ...

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South Africa vs Sri Lanka Live Score: South Africa score after 5 ... (Hindustan Times)

South Africa vs Sri Lanka Live Score: South Africa at 15/2 after 5 overs, Temba Bavuma at 1 runs and Tristan Stubbs at 0 runs | Crickit.

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South Africa vs Sri Lanka, 1st Test Day 1: Live Score and Updates ... (India Today)

12:37 IST: Sri Lanka (Playing XI) - Dimuth Karunaratne, Pathum Nissanka, Dinesh Chandimal, Angelo Mathews, Kamindu Mendis, Dhananjaya de Silva (C), Kusal Mendis ...

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South Africa vs Sri Lanka Live Score Updates 1st Test (NDTVSports.com)

SA vs SL Live Updates1st Test: Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva won the toss and opted to bowl against South Africa in the 1st in Durban.

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South Africa Vs Sri Lanka Live Score, 1st Test: Follow Scorecard ... (News18)

South Africa vs Sri Lanka Live Score: Check SA vs SL 1st Test Day 1 live score, live commentary, records, highlights and more on News18.

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South Africa vs Sri Lanka 1st Test playing 11, live timing and ... (Business Standard)

The 2-match Test series between South Africa and Sri Lanka will kick off on November 27, 2024, at Kingsmead Cricket Stadium in Durban.

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South Africa vs Sri Lanka Live: When and where to watch SA vs SL ... (India TV)

Sri Lanka and South Africa, a series that from the outside might not look high-profile or asking to be watched but quietly has become a critical two-match ...

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SA vs SL LIVE Score, 1st Test Day 1: South Africa lose two early ... (Sportstar)

SA vs SL: Catch the live score and updates from Day 1 of the first Test between South Africa and Sri Lanka being played at Kingsmead, Durban.

Recent Match Report - South Africa vs Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka tour of ... (ESPN)

He took the wicket of Tony de Zorzi, who was caught by a diving Kamindu Mendis at first slip, soon after Asitha had had Aiden Markram held in the cordon - both ...

Recent Match Report - South Africa vs Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka tour of ... (ESPN India)

He took the wicket of Tony de Zorzi, who was caught by a diving Kamindu Mendis at second slip, soon after Asitha had Aiden Markram held in the cordon - both ...

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Star puts on a show before rain saves South Africa... for now (Fox Sports)

Fast bowler Kumara took wickets in successive overs to put his team on top -- and was denied a third wicket because of a no-ball. “ ...

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South Africa vs Sri Lanka Live Score: South Africa score after 25 ... (Hindustan Times)

South Africa vs Sri Lanka Live Score: South Africa at 83/5 after 25 overs, Temba Bavuma at 31 runs and Wiaan Mulder at 0 runs | Crickit.

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Match Preview - South Africa vs Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka tour of South ... (ESPN)

And they have what is increasingly beginning to seem like a seam-bowling outfit. Asitha Fernando, Vishwa Fernando, and Lahiru Kumara are the likely starters.

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SA vs SL LIVE Score, 1st Test Day 2: South Africa to resume on 80/4 ... (Sportstar)

SA vs SL: Catch the live score and updates from Day 2 of the first Test between South Africa and Sri Lanka being played at Kingsmead, Durban.

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South Africa vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Day 2: Live Score and Updates ... (India Today)

25.1: Lahiru Kumara to Wiaan Mulder, Ouch! That will sting a bit! Good length, on off and some extra bounce to take Mulder by surprise. He looks to block it ...

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South Africa Vs Sri Lanka Live Cricket Score, 1st Test, Day 2: Follow ... (News18)

The Sri Lankans, who have not lost three previous tests in Durban, won a crucial toss and opted to bowl in overcast conditions with a pace-heavy attack. Fast ...

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South Africa vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Day 2 LIVE Score Updates (NDTVSports.com)

South Africa vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Day 2 LIVE Scorecard Updates: More overs are expected to be played on Day 2, after rain interrupted play on Day 1.

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South Africa vs Sri Lanka Live Score: South Africa score after 32 ... (Livemint)

South Africa vs Sri Lanka Live Score: South Africa at 102/3 after 32 overs, Tristan Stubbs at 10 runs and Temba Bavuma at 4 runs.

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Jansen seven-for blows SL away to record low as SA take command ... (ESPNcricinfo.com)

SA vs SL 2024/25, South Africa vs Sri Lanka Match Report: SL were bowled out for 42, their lowest Test total, as SA gained a 149-run first-innings lead.

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All out for 42?! Sri Lanka cops all-time Test low after South Africa ... (Fox Sports)

Fast bowler Marco Jansen took 7-13 as South Africa skittled Sri Lanka for just 42 in their first innings on the second day of the first Test at Kingsmead in ...

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South Africa vs Sri Lanka: Tourists skittled for 42 to post lowest Test ... (Sky Sports)

Sri Lanka were bowled out for just 42 inside 14 overs in their first Test against South Africa in Durban; Marco Jansen claimed 7-13 as Sri Lanka posted ...

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DAY 2: Jansen's seven blows Sri Lanka away to record low ... (SuperSport)

In a barely believable spectacle, Marco Jansen claimed his best test figures of 7/13 as the Proteas blew away Sri Lanka for just 42 runs in 13.5 overs – the ...

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