Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Test Live Score Day 2 Updates - Tapmad

Pakistan continued their strong batting performance against Sri Lanka in the first Test at Rawalpindi, reaching 390/6 after 99 overs at lunch on Day 2. Saud Shakeel remained unbeaten on 91, while Arafat Minhas supported him with 27 not out. Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to bowl first at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. However, Pakistan's batting lineup has responded well, with four players scoring half-centuries and the hosts building a strong first-innings total. Saud Shakeel and Arafat Minhas Keep Pakistan Going Saud Shakeel has been Pakistan's most consistent batter so far. He reached 91 off 192 deliveries, hitting nine boundaries and showing patience at the crease. At the other end, Arafat Minhas remained unbeaten on 27 from 49 balls. His innings included four fours and a six, helping Pakistan maintain their momentum after losing six wickets. The pair have added valuable runs and will look to build on their partnership when play resumes after lunch. Babar Azam and Tayyab Arif Score Half-Centuries Pakistan's innings got off to a positive start through Azan Awais and Tayyab Arif. Awais scored 30 off 50 deliveries before falling to Milan Rathnayake. Tayyab Arif continued the attacking approach with 57 off just 51 balls, including nine fours and a six. However, Asitha Fernando dismissed him at 90/2. Babar Azam then contributed 50 off 58 deliveries, striking seven boundaries before falling to Dilshan Madushanka. Mohammad Taha also scored a useful 51 from 105 balls, helping Pakistan maintain their position. Muhammad Ghazi Ghori added another important contribution with 48 off 72 deliveries before Madushanka dismissed him. Salman Ali Agha scored 16 before becoming Fernando's second wicket. Sri Lanka's Bowling Performance Asitha Fernando and Dilshan Madushanka have taken two wickets each for Sri Lanka. Fernando conceded 87 runs in 23 overs, while Madushanka gave away 97 runs in 21 overs. Milan Rathnayake picked up one wicket in his 23 overs, conceding 65 runs. Sonal Dinusha also claimed one wicket, while Lahiru Kumara and Dhananjaya de Silva remained without a breakthrough. Sri Lanka will need early wickets after lunch to prevent Pakistan from moving towards a bigger first-innings total. Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Day 2 Live Score and Match Situation Pakistan reached 390/6 after 99 overs at lunch, with Saud Shakeel unbeaten on 91 and Arafat Minhas on 27. The hosts have built a strong platform, with three more recognised batters yet to come. The live win probability currently gives Pakistan a 22% chance of victory, while the draw stands at 73% and Sri Lanka at 5%. With plenty of time remaining in the five-day match, the draw remains the most likely outcome. The Pakistan vs Sri Lanka day 2 contest will resume after lunch, with Pakistan looking to extend their first-innings lead before Sri Lanka get their turn to bat. Watch Pakistan vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Live on tapmad Catch the Pakistan vs Sri Lanka test live action on tapmad as Babar Azam's side takes on Sri Lanka in the opening match of the two-Test series. Follow the live cricket action, score updates and match coverage throughout the five days.