Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Live Score 2nd Test Day 1

SL vs NZ Live Score Updates 2nd Test Day 1: New Zealand look to bounce from a shock defeat in the series opener as they face Sri Lanka in the second Test in Galle. Kiwis head coach Gary Stead feels his side must adapt to the tricky Galle surface if they are to avenge their hard-fought. Despite not having played a warm-up match, the Kiwis showed resilience by taking a first-innings lead, but Sri Lanka's experience in home conditions ultimately helped them secure a close victory on the final morning. Sri Lanka, on the other hand, moved up to third place in the World Test Championship standings after their win in the first Test. A win in the second Test could significantly boost their chances of securing a spot in the final at Lord's next June. (Live Scorecard)

Right then, the first Test went into the final day and thankfully, there wasn't that much of rain around. There is the threat of rain throughout the next five days as well but let's hope that we get to see few interruptions and more cricketing action. Stick around as the toss and team sheets are;t far away.

New Zealand haven't had a great time so far in the subcontinent and with a crucial series against the mighty Indians on the horizon, the Kiwis will be desperate to take vital WTC points from Sri Lanka in order to keep their chances of another final alive. They did show glimpses of their best in that first Test match but the batting in that fourth innings was a letdown with only Rachin Ravindra adapting brilliantly to the spin-friendly conditions late in the game. Tim Southee will be hoping that his batters step up and also his bowlers are able to control things a bit better this time around.

Sri Lanka have a spotless record against the Kiwis at Galle and that win