Pathum Nissanka shines with consecutive Test centuries, fans compare him to Ben Duckett

Sri Lanka opener Pathum Nissanka showcased his exceptional batting skills by scoring a brilliant century against Bangladesh in the second Test. Nissanka, in sublime form, has started the new World Test Championship cycle impressively with back-to-back centuries, establishing himself as a leading run-scorer. His unbeaten 146 off 238 balls on Day 2 marked his fourth Test century, demonstrating his consistent performance in the Test format.

Nissanka's partnership with Dinesh Chandimal, contributing to a 194-run stand for the second wicket, put Sri Lanka in a dominant position against Bangladesh. Despite the opposition's defensive tactics, Nissanka and Chandimal maintained control and built pressure on the bowlers with aggressive strokes. Nissanka's milestone 11th fifty-plus score in just his 18th Test match further solidified his reputation as a top-order batsman.

The fans have recognized Nissanka's exceptional form, sparking a debate on the best all-format opener, with comparisons drawn to Ben Duckett. Sri Lanka's strong position at 290/2 at stumps, with a lead of 46 runs, further highlighted their dominance over Bangladesh in the match.

Debutant Sonal Dinusha's impressive bowling performance, taking 3-22, played a crucial role in restricting Bangladesh to 247 all out. The visitors' innings concluded with Taijul's dismissal, caught off Dinusha's left-arm spin, as Sri Lanka maintained their control over the Test match.