Pakistan dominated Sri Lanka in the second Test in Colombo, winning the series 2-0 with an impressive performance by Nauman Ali, who took seven wickets. The victory also marked Sri Lanka’s heaviest Test defeat at home.
Pakistan skipper Babar Azam commended his team for their hunger to win the series, noting that everyone stepped up. The right-arm pacer set the tone for Nauman Ali, who was exceptional with his spell of 7-70. Despite facing criticism, Nauman, at the age of 36, made a strong comeback and demolished Sri Lanka’s batting line-up after they fell behind by 410 runs.
In the fourth day of the game, Pakistan declared their first innings at 576-5 shortly after Mohammad Rizwan reached his half-century. Nauman Ali made an early breakthrough for Pakistan, forcing Sri Lanka to go into Lunch at 81-1. After the break, Nauman continued his impressive spin attack, taking five more wickets in quick succession. By Tea, Nauman had claimed all six wickets, leaving Sri Lanka at 143-6.
After Tea, Naseem Shah struggled to take a wicket, but eventually managed to dismiss the last three batsmen in a row, displaying his skills in style. Angelo Mathews, a seasoned player, fought hard for Sri Lanka, scoring an unbeaten 63 runs with seven boundaries and two maximums.
Overall, Pakistan’s dominant performance, led by Nauman Ali’s sensational seven-wicket haul, secured a comprehensive victory over Sri Lanka. The series win showcased the team’s hunger and determination, leaving them with a sense of accomplishment. Sri Lanka, on the other hand, faced their heaviest Test defeat on home soil.
