Sri Lanka move ahead of Pakistan’s first-innings total on the final day of the opening Test as both teams compete for a series advantage.
Pakistan and Sri Lanka are competing in the opening Test of their series at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, with the match reaching its fifth and final day on Friday, November 13.
Pakistan declared their first innings at 434 runs for nine wickets, putting pressure on the visiting team to produce a strong batting performance.
Sri Lanka responded with a determined innings and moved ahead of Pakistan’s total during the final day’s play.
According to the available match score, Sri Lanka were 440 for eight, holding a narrow lead of six runs with two wickets remaining.
The contest has remained closely balanced, with both teams seeking an important result in the opening match.
The series is taking place amid difficult weather and air-quality conditions in Pakistan.
The Pakistan Cricket Board has also moved the second Test from Lahore to Rawalpindi because of severe smog in Lahore.
According to the Associated Press, Lahore’s air-quality index reached 421, prompting concerns about the health of players and spectators.
The second Test is scheduled to begin on November 17 in Rawalpindi.
