Aussies on top despite Lakmal five: 1st Test, Day 2 (Gabba)

Paceman Suranga Lakmal took 5-75 but Australia seized control against Sri Lanka.

Australia were bowled out for 323, gaining a first innings lead of 179 thanks to a 166-run stand between Travis Head (84) and Marnus Labuschagne (81).

Facing a short 6 over block before stumps, Sri Lanka lost the wicket of Dimuth Karunaratne on the last ball of the day by Cummins.

Sri Lanka 144 and 1 for 17 (Thirimanne 6*) trail Australia 323 (Head 84, Labuschagne 81, Lakmal 5-75) by 162 runs.

Jan 2019.