Sri Lanka 'A' elects to bat first [September 26 2008]

Sri Lanka 'A' won the toss and elected to bat first in their fourth one day 'international' against South Africa 'A' at Bloemfontein today. Openers Upul Tharanga and Tharanga Paranawithana added 51 runs for the first wicket in 7.5 overs. Upul Tharanga made 20.

At the wicket are Paranavithana (29 n.o) and Kanchana Gunawardena (yet to open his account). Sri Lanka 51 for 1 after 8 overs. Sri Lanka takes a thrilling 2-1 lead in the five-match series.