Sri Lanka Clinch Series With Innings Win Over Bangladesh

Sri Lanka defeated Bangladesh by an innings and 78 runs in the second Test in Colombo, securing a 1-0 victory in the two-match series. Pathum Nissanka led Sri Lanka's batting with a commanding 158, while Dinesh Chandimal and Kusal Mendis added 93 and 84 runs respectively, helping the hosts post 458 after bowling Bangladesh out for 247. Prabath Jayasuriya was pivotal in the win, taking 5 for 56 as Bangladesh collapsed for 133 in their second innings without any player reaching a half-century. The dominant performance gave Sri Lanka a 211-run first-innings lead and crucial World Test Championship points. Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto expressed disappointment after his team's poor showing, especially following a drawn first Test. The series now shifts focus to the upcoming limited-overs matches.