The Murali End

Sri Lanka were bowled out for 284 after India posted 462, but a crucial fightback from Sonal Dinusha and Niroshan Dickwella ensured the hosts avoided the follow-on and kept the Test alive. Mark Machado is joined by Nick Brookes and Dominic Machado to break down Day 3 of the 1st Test between Sri Lanka and India. They discuss Sri Lanka’s struggling top order, Dinusha’s growing reputation as a Test batter, Dickwella’s return to the side, Kamindu Mendis balancing red-ball and T20 cricket, and whether Sri Lanka can somehow fight their way to a draw. Plus, with the pitch turning and weather potentially playing a part, could Sri Lanka’s spinners put India under pressure on Day 4?Join the Murali End Whatsapp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Val7H91JJhzfMEctCp1P

Mark Machado and Kavinka Fernando review all the action from Day 2 at Galle where Sri Lanka take on India in the 1st test.Join the Murali End Whatsapp Channel:https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Val7H91JJhzfMEctCp1P

Mark & Dominic Machado review the first day of the first test between Sri Lanka and India at Galle. They discuss the XI, Prabath Jayasuriya and Sri Lanka's lack of wickets. Join the Murali End Whatsapp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Val7H91JJhzfMEctCp1P

India are back in Sri Lanka for Test cricket, and on paper the odds are stacked heavily against the hosts. Mark Machado and Dominic Machado preview Sri Lanka’s two-Test series against India, from the uncertainty around Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis to the possible return of Niroshan Dickwella and the huge questions surrounding Sri Lanka’s spin attack. Can Prabath Jayasuriya rediscover his best form? Who partners him? And with Sri Lanka playing less and less Test cricket, how important is it that they compete against one of the biggest teams in the world? We also look back at the 2026 Lanka Premier League, discuss Galle Gallants’ maiden title, Zaheer Khan’s involvement with the Jaffna franchise and ask a bigger question: what is the LPL actually supposed to achieve for Sri Lankan cricket? Finally, we discuss Sri Lanka Women’s impressive series against Pakistan, the growing competition for batting places and why this team may be getting closer to competing with the very best. Subscribe to Murali End for our coverage throughout the Sri Lanka vs India Test series.Join the Murali End Whatsapp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Val7H91JJhzfMEctCp1P

Can Sri Lanka pull off the ultimate upset at the Women’s T20 World Cup? We’re breaking down the squad surprises, tactical shifts, and the "Road to Lords" that every fan needs to see.In this deep-dive preview on the Murali End podcast, Dominic Machado is joined by Sri Lanka’s top sports journalist, Estelle Vasudeva, to analyse the final squad and warm-up form. We discuss the controversial omission of key spinners, the explosive return to form for Chamari Athapaththu, and the emerging batting competition that could change everything. Whether you're tracking the "Dark Horse" tag or looking for a tactical edge, we’ve got the full roadmap for the tournament.