Overview

• Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to bat first in the second test against Bangladesh, seeking to secure the series after a 328-run victory in the opener.
• Bangladesh's bizarre DRS call on Day 1 highlights the tense atmosphere of the match, with the team making strategic changes including Shakib Al Hasan's return.
• Shakib Al Hasan, returning after injury and vision issues, is seen as crucial for Bangladesh's chances, with the team yet to win a test against Sri Lanka at home.
• Sri Lanka's Dhananjaya de Silva, who scored centuries in both innings of the first test, remains unfazed by Shakib's return, focusing on team performance.
• The second test sees Bangladesh introducing Hasan Mahmud for his debut, alongside strategic player changes to strengthen their lineup.