The Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Test in Galle has reached a delicate stage after two days. Bangladesh posted 484 for 9, a score that usually puts teams ahead at this venue. However, the flat nature of the pitch has kept both sides in the contest.
Bangladesh Posts Strong First Innings Total
The visitors dominated for most of the first two days. Their batters capitalized on the batting-friendly surface in Galle. Despite scoring nearly 500, Bangladesh’s assistant coach Mohammad Salahuddin admitted the match remains open. According to him, each session holds the key to momentum.
Sri Lanka Fight Back Late on Day Two
In the final session, Sri Lanka clawed back into the match. Bangladesh collapsed from 423 for 4 to 484 for 9. Milan Rathnayake, who picked up crucial wickets, stated the swing came from the old ball rather than reverse. That period brought hope for the hosts.
Both teams agreed that the pitch was more helpful to batters. Rathnayake noted it had not changed much over two days. Salahuddin hoped the surface would break down over the next few days.
Missed Chances and Recovery
Sri Lanka missed three clear chances early on day two. A dropped catch and two run-out opportunities cost them runs. Rathnayake admitted the missed chances made a difference. Still, he praised the bowlers for finishing strong in the final session.
Salahuddin also credited the Sri Lankan bowlers for maintaining the ball well late in the day. He said Bangladesh would try to apply similar methods when they bowl.
Galle Test Set for a Tight Finish
The Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Test in Galle could go either way. Although Bangladesh have a strong total, Sri Lanka’s late wickets have kept them in the contest. The spin-friendly pitch may shift the momentum again as the match progresses.
