Sri Lanka vs Pakistan 2nd Test: Sinhalese Sports Club Pitch Report, Team Records at Colombo

Hosts Sri Lanka are ready for a fightback as they take on Pakistan in the second and final Test match scheduled to start from 24 July, 2023 at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo. The visiting Pakistan team will definitely be feeling very much high on confidence as they are coming into this match on the back of an excellent 4-wicket victory against Sri Lanka in the opening Test match. Pakistan have taken a 1-0 lead in the two-match Test series, however, Sri Lanka will also be eyeing to make a comeback and level the series.

Sinhalese Sports Club Pitch Report

The Sinhalese Sports Club pitch in Colombo is anticipated to heavily favor the spinners, presenting a formidable challenge for the batsmen. As the match unfolds, the pitch is expected to deteriorate further, providing additional turn and unpredictable bounce, adding to the difficulty for the players.

In such conditions, shot selection will prove to be of utmost importance, as any loose stroke could spell trouble for the batsmen, potentially leading to dismissals. Captains who win the toss might opt to bat first and set a target, recognizing that batting last on this tricky surface could be an arduous and nerve-wracking task.

The upcoming weather forecast presents some challenging conditions, with temperatures reaching as high as 29°C and a significant likelihood of thundershowers. Moreover, the humidity level is expected to hover around 80%, intensifying the players’ discomfort and making the conditions even more demanding.

Team Records at Colombo

• Pakistan achieved a historic milestone by securing victory in 10 away Test matches against Sri Lanka, making them the team with the highest number of away Test wins against Sri Lanka.
• Demonstrating their dominance, Pakistan displayed remarkable consistency by losing only one out of their last five Test matches against Sri Lanka.
• During the last Test match between these two teams in Colombo in 2014, Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by 105 runs.
• Sri Lanka also ended up losing the most recent Test match on this ground against England in 2018.