Hello and Welcome to CricketCountry’s live blog for the third day of the second Test in the 2016-17 Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh series, at Colombo. This is the final Test of the two-match series and you will get all the live scores and updates from the day’s play here. The match is being played at the P Sara Oval, in Colombo. Sri Lanka have gained an unassailable 1-0 lead after winning the first Test at Galle by a massive margin of 259 runs. This Test presents a perfect opportunity for Rangana Herath to win his second Test series as captain of Sri Lanka. On the other hand, Bangladesh skipper Mushfiqur Rahim’s side looked determined on Day One and most part of Day Two to make their 100th Test memorable. Full Cricket Scorecard: Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Test at Colombo
Bangladesh bowlers had a dream start to the match, but Dinesh Chandimal played a lone hand on Day One and first session of Day Two to take his side to 338. He scored 138 of those, stitching crucil partnerships with middle and lower order batsmen. Chandimal also farmed the strike well, playing alongside the tailenders. BAN vs SL, 2nd Test, Day 3 Preview: BAN aim to take lead; SL look to seize control
In reply, Bangladesh did most things right, as they first had a 95-run opening stand, followed by a 62-run third wicket stand. But last half an hour on Day Two was mayhem for the visitors, as they went from 192 for 2 to 198 for 5, before closing the day at 214 for 5. They still trail by 124 runs and have everything to play for on Day Three. The match is evenly poised at the moment, and both sides will look to seize control on the third day. BAN vs SL, 2nd Test, Day 2: Chandimal’s hundred and other highlights
With Day One and Two witnessing the honours being shared, Day Three is going to be exciting. Sri Lanka’s record at P Sara Oval stands at 9 wins and 6 losses from 19 matches. Bangladesh, meanwhile do not share a favourable record at this venue, a ground where they have lost all the 3 Tests they have featured in. They would hope the 100th Test turns out special and they change this record.
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