Sri Lanka's Bowlers Dominate Rain-Shortened First Day Against South Africa

South Africa struggle to 80-4 at Kingsmead as Lahiru Kumara leads Sri Lanka's strong bowling performance in challenging conditions.

Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to bowl first in overcast and blustery conditions at Kingsmead, Durban, in the opening Test against South Africa.
Lahiru Kumara took 2-35, including key dismissals of Tristan Stubbs and David Bedingham, while narrowly missing a third wicket due to a no-ball.
South Africa's top order faltered, with Aiden Markram, Tony de Zorzi, and Tristan Stubbs all falling to slip catches as Sri Lanka's seamers exploited the green pitch and swing-friendly conditions.
South African captain Temba Bavuma, unbeaten on 28, and Kyle Verreynne (9 not out) will resume the innings after rain halted play before lunch on day one.
Both teams remain in contention for a spot in the World Test Championship final, with this two-match series being pivotal to their qualification hopes.