England's day stalled by Jayawardene

Mar 26, 2012

James Anderson struck twice in two balls after England had lost the toss as the tourists enjoyed a profitable morning•AFP

But they were thwarted by Mahela Jayawardene who scored his 30th Test hundred•AFP

Jayawardene played brilliantly to close 168 not out•Getty Images

Thilan Samaraweera was run-out after lunch as England's progress continued•Getty Images

Monty Panesar dropped Jayawardene twice as he provided the only resistance for Sri Lanka•Getty Images

Dinesh Chandimal made 27 before top edging a sweep to cover•AFP

It became a frustrating evening session for England in the Galle heat•AFP

England were helped by Samit Patel who picked up two wickets on his first day in Test cricket•AFP