India vs Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Day 3

Angelo Mathews and Kumar Sangakkara brought up a fine 87-run stand for the fourth wicket.

At the other end Angelo Mathews gave Sanga good support as well.

Kumar Sangakkara was playing his last match at Galle.

Kumar Sangakkara pressed on and soon brought up 40 runs.

Varun Aaron dismissed Dhammika Prasad on the first ball of day 3.

Dinesh Chandimal was the aggressor in the partnership and brought up his fifty in no time.

The Indians picked up wickets but the Sri Lankan middle and lower order made sure they extended the lead.

Dinesh Chandimal and Lahiru Thirimanne shared a solid stand and defied the Indian bowlers.

Lahiru Thirimanne supported Chandimal and scored 44.

Dinesh Chandimal stayed unbeaten on 162 and pumped SL's lead over 150.

The play was interrupted briefly when a monkey ran onto the field.

Ajinkya Rahane picked up 8 catches in the match, a world record.