Wed Jun 25 10:20:00 UTC 2025: **Summary:**
After a rain delay, Bangladesh struggled against Sri Lanka’s bowlers on Day 1. Shadman Islam provided stability, but quick wickets fell. Litton Das scored 34 before being dismissed by debutant Sonal Dinusha. Mushfiqur Rahim and the lower order now face the task of building a competitive total as the day progresses.
**News Article:**
**Sri Lanka Wrestles Control on Day 1 as Debutant Strikes**
*Day 1, [Location]* – Sri Lanka gained the upper hand against Bangladesh on the first day, capitalizing on a shaky batting performance by the home side. A rain delay briefly interrupted play with Bangladesh at 90 for 4 in 33.2 overs, but Sri Lanka’s bowlers quickly resumed their attack, making further inroads into the batting order.
Shadman Islam showed resilience with a gritty innings, but Sri Lanka’s bowlers, led by Prabath Jayasuriya, struck back, removing Shadman and Najmul Hossain Shanto in quick succession post-lunch. Litton Das looked promising with a knock of 34, but his innings was cut short when he edged one to the keeper off debutant Sonal Dinusha, who celebrated a memorable maiden Test wicket.
At the time of tea, Mushfiqur Rahim was at the crease trying to hold the innings, . The onus is now on the experienced Mushfiqur Rahim and the lower order to guide Bangladesh to a respectable total.
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