In the gripping encounter between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh on day four of the second Test, Sri Lanka's bowlers dominated the proceedings, putting Bangladesh in a precarious position as they chased an improbable target | Lotus365.
Led by pacer Lahiru Kumara, left-arm spinner Prabath Jayasuriya, and part-time bowler Kamindu Mendis, Sri Lanka's bowling attack wreaked havoc, reducing Bangladesh to 268-7 by the day's end.
With Bangladesh facing a daunting task of chasing down a target of 511 runs, survival became the primary objective. Despite their valiant efforts, they ended the day still 243 runs shy of victory, with only three wickets in hand.
Mehidy Hasan showcased resilience with an unbeaten 44, supported by Taijul Islam at 10 not out, but their efforts seemed insufficient against Sri Lanka's relentless bowling assault.
Earlier in the day, Bangladesh's Mominul Haque provided some resistance with a gritty fifty, but his dismissal for 50 dealt a blow to Bangladesh's hopes of mounting a substantial challenge.
Sri Lanka began the day by extending their second innings, with Angelo Mathews scoring a vital half-century, eventually declaring at 157-7. Mathews' innings of 56, along with Jayasuriya's unbeaten 28, bolstered Sri Lanka's lead and put them in a commanding position.
Throughout the match, Sri Lanka's dominance was evident, with their first-innings total of 531 setting the stage for their formidable position in the Test. Notably, Sri Lanka's consistent performance in Bangladesh's conditions has been commendable, as they remain undefeated in Tests played in Bangladesh.
As the match heads into its final day, Sri Lanka stands poised for victory, while Bangladesh faces an uphill battle to salvage a draw. With the outcome hanging in the balance, the stage is set for an enthralling conclusion to the second Test between these two cricketing nations.
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