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Sri Lanka v Australia: Galle stadium damaged by storm

Spectators sit in front of a damaged stand in Galle
Spectators sit in front of a damaged stand in Galle

The second day of Sri Lanka's opening Test against Australia was delayed after a storm damaged large parts of the ground.

No injuries were reported in Galle but a spectator stand collapsed, while the roof was torn off another area of the ground.

Broadcast equipment and a sightscreen were also toppled.

Despite the damage, play resumed relatively quickly and only 31 overs were lost from the day.

Australia closed on 313-8, having bowled Sri Lanka out for 212 on the opening day - a lead of 101 runs.

Galle storm damage
Galle is a port city in the Indian ocean
Storm damage at Galle
Broadcasting positions were also damaged by the wind and rain
Australia players look on at the storm damage
The ground's pavilion was battered by the weather