Sri Lanka sets a formidable total of 531 runs in their first innings of the second and final cricket Test against Bangladesh in Chattogram. Despite six batters surpassing the fifty-run mark, none managed to secure a century, with Kusal Mendis leading the charge with 93 runs while Kamindu Mendis remained unbeaten on 92.

In a display of batting prowess, Sri Lanka asserts their dominance in the second and final Test against Bangladesh by amassing a formidable total of 531 runs in their first innings at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram. Despite lacking individual centuries, Sri Lanka's batting lineup showcases resilience and depth, with six batters surpassing the fifty-run mark. Kusal Mendis emerges as the top-scorer with 93 runs, closely followed by opener Dimuth Karunaratne with 86, skipper Dhananjaya de Silva with 70, and contributions from Dinesh Chandimal (59) and Nishan Madushka (57). However, none managed to convert their starts into three-figure scores, highlighting Bangladesh's ability to restrict major breakthroughs. Notably, Shakib Al Hasan, marking his return to Test cricket after a year, claims three crucial wickets, supported by debutant Hasan Mahmud's two dismissals and contributions from Syed Khaled Ahmed, Taijul Islam, and Mehidy Hasan Miraz. Sri Lanka's skipper de Silva and Kamindu Mendis, who both scored centuries in the first Test, continue their formidable form, with Kamindu stranded on 92 not out after a valiant effort. Despite facing challenges from the Bangladeshi bowling attack, Sri Lanka maintains momentum, building on their crushing victory in the previous encounter, setting the stage for an intriguing contest as the match progresses.