Sri Lanka Defeats New Zealand in First Test

Sri Lanka secured a 63-run victory over New Zealand in the first Test at Galle, with Prabath Jayasuriya taking five wickets in the second innings, contributing to match figures of nine. New Zealand, set a target of 275, was bowled out for 211, with Rachin Ravindra top-scoring at 92, marking the highest score by a New Zealander at Galle. Jayasuriya's bowling ended New Zealand's hopes early on the final day, trapping Ravindra lbw and dismissing William O'Rourke shortly after. This win boosts Sri Lanka's position in the World Test Championship, while New Zealand has a challenging schedule ahead. The teams will face each other again in the second Test on Thursday, also in Galle. Jayasuriya's performance earned him the Player of the Match award, highlighting his dominance on the Galle pitch.