Sri Lanka Secures the Toss, Chooses to Bowl in 2nd England Test

Match Overview

Toss: Sri Lanka Wins and Elects to Bowl

In a crucial turn of events, Sri Lanka's captain, Dhananjaya de Silva, made the strategic decision to bowl first after winning the toss. The second match of the three-test series commenced under clear skies at Lord's Cricket Ground in London.

Recent Performance

Sri Lanka's decision to bowl first comes after a challenging start in the series. In the first test, they stumbled upon a difficult position of 6-3 after just seven overs, but eventually managed to post a respectable 236 on Day 1.

England, on the other hand, secured a significant victory in the first test, securing a five-wicket win within four days. The match was a tight contest, with Sri Lanka's poor start being a key factor in their defeat.