Dubai: Pakistan's bowlers gave their side an early initiative by bowling out Sri Lanka for 239 on Wednesday on the first day of the second cricket test at Dubai International Stadium.
Pakistan replied strongly with openers Taufeeq Umar (20 not out) and Mohammad Hafeez (18 not out) taking them to 42-0 by the close.
Earlier, fast bowlers Umar Gul (3-78) and Junaid Khan (2-57) wrecked Sri Lanka's top order after the visitors won the toss and opted to bat.
Kumar Sangakkara made a battling 78 while Chanaka Welegedara, who compiled a career-best 48, and Rangana Herath (29) propped up the tail-end after Sri Lanka slumped to 154-8.
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