Date:28/07/2004 URL: http://www.thehindu.com/2004/07/28/stories/2004072808761900.htm

Sport - Cricket

India wins a thriller

COLOMBO, JULY 27. India won its crucial encounter against Sri Lanka by four runs. Chasing a victory target of 272, Sanath Jayasuriya led the charge for the Lankans with a brilliant century. However, his dismissal gave India a chance as Sri Lanka reached 267 for nine in the allotted 50 overs.