107 vs England at Lord's, 2002
Sri Lanka was playing their first full series in England. Often you would find Sri Lanka trailing in test matches in England either having conceded a big score in the first innings or having been bowled out for a low score. But once again it was the partnership between Atapattu and Mahlea that put Sri Lanka in a commanding position. Mahela braved Flintoff with authority, but once hit in the hips by Flintoff, played with a runner. Mahela's 107 helped Sri Lanka reach 555, making England sweat hard for a draw.
Sri Lanka was playing their first full series in England. Often you would find Sri Lanka trailing in test matches in England either having conceded a big score in the first innings or having been bowled out for a low score. But once again it was the partnership between Atapattu and Mahlea that put Sri Lanka in a commanding position. Mahela braved Flintoff with authority, but once hit in the hips by Flintoff, played with a runner. Mahela’s 107 helped Sri Lanka reach 555, making England sweat hard for a draw.