Despite losing the series 3-0, there are a few positives for Sri Lanka.

The archaic batting strategy of Chandimal and Mathews has cost Sri Lanka matches.

Sitting on low-quality benches for a long time blamed for Thirimanne's lower-back injury.

All three innings were played in the same way, so the same report- argues the journalist.

Sri Lanka's incorrigible batting style has paved the way for its down fall.

Government's decision to tax runs has discouraged Thirimanne.

According to the recommendation, 25% of the ball hitting the stumps would be enough.

1st Test- Day 1: England 171/5 (Alex Hales 71*, Dasun Shanaka 3/30)

Dhammika Prasad's injury has ruled him out of the tour of England.