Sri Lanka Post 244 in First Innings – Can Bangladesh Respond Big?

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Sri Lanka wrapped up their first innings at 244 all out in 49.2 overs in what turned out to be a gripping batting display led by Charith Asalanka’s commanding century. The skipper stood tall amid the chaos, scoring a brilliant 106 off 123 balls with 6 fours and 4 sixes, giving Sri Lanka a much-needed anchor after a rocky start.

The Lankans lost early wickets with Pathum Nissanka, Nishan Madushka, and Kamindu Mendis falling cheaply, putting pressure on the middle order. Kusal Mendis (45 off 43) played a counter-attacking knock but couldn’t convert it into a big one. Meanwhile, Janith Liyanage (29) and Wanindu Hasaranga (22) provided brief resistance but couldn't support Asalanka long enough.

Bangladesh’s pace attack looked sharp with Taskin Ahmed picking up 3 crucial wickets and Tanzim Hasan Sakib taking 4 for 52, dismantling Sri Lanka's lower order. The fielding unit was electric, with sharp catches and a crucial run-out of Eshan Malinga that kept the momentum in Bangladesh’s favor.

As the innings break concludes, all eyes now shift to Bangladesh’s batting lineup. With players like Litton Das, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, and Najmul Hossain Shanto yet to take the field, the chase promises to be intense.

Will Bangladesh match Sri Lanka’s intensity or collapse under scoreboard pressure?

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