Sri Lanka’s Rangana Herath takes 30th Test 5-for in Colombo against Zimbabwe

Veteran Sri Lanka spinner Rangana Herath adds another feather to his as he registers the 30 th 5-wicket-haul of his Test career during the only Test against Zimbabwe at Colombo.

Sri Lanka‘s veteran spinner Rangana Herath adds another feather to his cap, as he registers the 30th five-wicket haul of his Test career during the only Test against Zimbabwe at Colombo. On Friday, Herath had equalled Malcolm Marshal’s numbers, bagging his 376th wicket. By the end of day’s play, he collected 4 wickets. On Day Two, he dismissed Donald Tiripano to register fifth most five-fors, only behind Anil Kumble (35), Richard Hadlee (36), Shane Warne (37), and Muttiah Muralitharan (67). Live cricket scorecard: Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe, One-off Test

Herath gave Sri Lanka their first breakthrough on Friday, dismissing opener Regis Chakabva within 10 overs. He later removed Hamilton Masakadza and triggered Zimbabwe’s collapse in the first session of the game. He again tasted success in the second session, removing a set Sikandar Raza. In the third session, Herath’s prey was Malcolm Waller. On Day Two, he continued his good work. It was him who took the first wicket of the day, dismissing Tiripano and completing his five-for.

Herath has represented Sri Lanka in 81 Tests (including the ongoing match) and so far has 378 wickets including 18 4-wicket hauls.

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