Top 5 Test matches of 2015
The year 2015 saw Test matches held all across the globe with each country involved in a fairly decent amount of Test cricket. There were a number of one-sided matches and some thrilling finishes which went into the last session.This year was a rebuilding phase for many teams with a number of legends retiring. It would be fair to say that each team is now seen in a different light from when the year began. Some countries came out well and seem to be heading towards a bright future.India, Australia and England seem to have found a good combination whereas South Africa, despite being the No.1 ranked team are struggling. Let’s have a look at some of the best test matches this year produced which included some game-changing performances by individuals too.
#5 NZ vs SL, Hamilton, 2nd Test
On a green track, Sri Lanka took a first innings lead of 55 which was very handy in those conditions, thanks to a brilliant five-for from 23-year-old Dushmantha Chameera. In their second innings, Sri Lanka were well placed at 71-0 before a stunning collapse turned the game upside down.
A combination of short pitch bowling and poor shot selection led to Sri Lanka losing their last 10 wickets for just 62 runs. With a target of 188, things got tricky as Chameera knocked over 4 top order wickets at the score of 130, but Williamson showed why he is considered one of the best young batsmen going around as he scored a composed and mature hundred to take his side home.