Sri Lanka Tighten Grip After Dominating Day 2
Nissanka’s Century Headlines the Day
Pathum Nissanka continued his stellar form, scoring a brilliant 146* off 238 balls. His partnership with Dinesh Chandimal (83*) built a massive unbeaten stand of 194 runs for the third wicket.
Bangladesh Struggles to Break Partnerships
Despite early promise, Bangladesh bowlers lacked penetration. The spinners were ineffective on a slow surface, and the pace attack failed to generate chances after the second session.
Scorecard Snapshot – End of Day 2
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| Bangladesh | 247 all out |
| Sri Lanka | 290/2 at Stumps (Nissanka 146*, Chandimal 83*) |
Key Bowling Figures
- Sonal Dinusha: 3/52
- Asitha Fernando: 3/53
- Taijul Islam: 2/57
What’s Ahead on Day 3?
Can Bangladesh Fight Back?
Bangladesh needs early wickets on Day 3 to limit Sri Lanka’s lead and stay alive in the Test. A long day in the field awaits unless breakthroughs come early.
Sri Lanka Eye Series Sweep
A 2–0 clean sweep looks likely if Sri Lanka extend their lead past 150–200. With their bowlers in form, the pressure is mounting on the visitors.
Fans’ Reaction & Social Buzz
Cricket fans lauded Nissanka’s temperament and stroke play. Hashtags like #SLvBAN #Nissanka #SriLankaCricket trended on Twitter as praise poured in for the batting masterclass.
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