England close in on victory in first Test against Sri Lanka after Jamie Smith hits stunning maiden Test century - with visitors 204-6 and just 82 runs ahead in second innings
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LAWRENCE BOOTH AT OLD TRAFFORD: But, with Sri Lanka having just an 82-run lead, England are in pole position to complete victory at Old Trafford on Saturday.