Islamabad, Sep 19: Sri Lanka vs New Zealand ended Day 1 at 302-7 after a solid recovery led by Kamindu Mendis, who scored a fine 114.
Mendis, promoted up the order to No. 5, rescued the hosts from a precarious 178-5 alongside Kusal Mendis (50) in a crucial 103-run stand for the sixth wicket.
Kamindu reached his fourth Test century, continuing his remarkable run in just his seventh Test.
Sri Lanka vs New Zealand pace bowler William O’Rourke, playing in Asian conditions for the first time, took 3-54, removing both Sri Lankan openers early.
Angelo Mathews was forced to retire hurt but returned later to add 36 valuable runs. Kusal Mendis was dismissed in a bizarre fashion, pulling a Glenn Phillips delivery, which was caught after deflecting off short leg fielder Tom Latham.
Spinner Ajaz Patel dismissed Kamindu Mendis just before stumps, leaving the match evenly poised.
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