Sri Lanka Inches Closer to Bangladesh’s First Innings Total on Day 4 in Galle

After removing Pathum Nissanka for 187 late on Day 3, Bangladesh found some relief. They capitalized early on Day 4, picking up two quick wickets in the morning session. However, the rest of the session belonged to the Sri Lankan batters, who managed to steady the innings without further loss.

Starting the day on 375/4 in 95 overs, Sri Lanka added 90 more runs in the next 31 overs, reaching 465/6 at lunch. They now trail Bangladesh’s first-innings total of 495 by just 30 runs, with four wickets in hand.

The momentum shifted briefly in the early overs as Bangladesh’s bowlers made inroads. But Sri Lanka's middle and lower-middle order resisted well, not allowing the visitors to seize control of the game completely. The morning session saw a mix of pressure and patience, with the Galle pitch offering little help to bowlers under the bright sun.

With the match finely balanced, the post-lunch session will be crucial in determining whether Sri Lanka can surpass Bangladesh’s total and gain a first-innings lead—one that could be decisive in this Test.

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