Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are set to clash in the second and final Test of their two-match series at the iconic Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo from June 25.
This match forms part of the ongoing ICC World Test Championship 2025–27 cycle and will serve as a series decider following a rain-affected draw in the opening Test at Galle.
As the teams gear up for the Colombo Test, all eyes will be on the conditions at the Sinhalese Sports Club, a venue known for its historic matches, batting-friendly surfaces, and assistance to spinners as the game progresses.
Here's a detailed look at the pitch report, average scores, top run-scorers, and leading wicket-takers at the SSC ahead of the SL vs BAN 2nd Test.
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How many Test matches has Sinhalese Sports Club hosted?
The Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo has hosted 45 Test matches to date.
How many spectators can SSC hold?
The Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo has a seating capacity of 10,000 spectators.
Sinhalese Sports Club: Pitch Report
The pitch at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) in Colombo is traditionally known to aid spinners, especially as the match wears on. Early in the Test, the surface tends to be flat and batter-friendly, offering consistent bounce and allowing stroke-makers to settle in and play freely. This makes the first two days ideal for batting.
As the game progresses, the pitch undergoes noticeable wear and tear, bringing spinners into the equation. The surface starts offering significant turn and variable bounce, making it increasingly difficult for teams batting in the fourth innings. Quality spin attacks can exploit these conditions to put immense pressure on the chasing side.
Given the nature of the pitch, winning the toss and batting first is often a tactical advantage. Teams will look to post a first-innings score in excess of 300 to set the tone for the match and avoid the challenges of batting last on a deteriorating surface.
Sinhalese Sports Club: Average scores and toss results in Tests
Wins Batting First | 16 |
Wins Batting Second | 15 |
First Inning Batting Win Percentage | 35.56 |
Average Innings Score | 292 |
Average First Innings Score | 326 |
Average Second Innings Score | 352 |
Average Third Innings Score | 276 |
Average Fourth Innings Score | 183 |
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What happened in the previous Test match at SSC?
The last Test match to take place at SSC saw Sri Lanka beat Afghanistan in convincing fashion in February 2024.
Led by a brilliant 141 from Angelo Matthews, Sri Lanka claimed victory by 10 wickets.
What is the highest score by a team at SSC in Test matches?
The highest team score at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Test matches is 756/5 declared, achieved by Sri Lanka against South Africa on July 27, 2006. This monumental total came in the second innings, with Sri Lanka securing a victory.
What is the lowest score by a team at SSC in Test matches?
The lowest team score at the SSC in Test matches is 81 runs, made by Sri Lanka against England in the third innings of the match on March 15, 2001. Sri Lanka went on to lose the match.
What is the highest individual score at Sinhalese Sports Club in test matches?
The highest individual score at the SSC in Test matches is 374 runs, scored by Mahela Jayawardene for Sri Lanka against South Africa in the second innings of the match on July 27, 2006.
What is the best bowling figure at Sinhalese Sports Club in Test matches?
The best bowling figures in an innings at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Test matches are 9 for 127, achieved by Rangana Herath of Sri Lanka against Pakistan on August 14, 2014.
Which batter has the most runs at Sinhalese Sports Club in Test matches?
The batter with the most runs at the SSC in Test matches is Mahela Jayawardene, who scored 2,921 runs in 42 innings across 27 matches between 1997 and 2014. He averaged 74.89 at the venue, with a highest score of 374, including 11 centuries and 9 fifties.
Which bowler has the most wickets at Sinhalese Sports Club in Test matches?
The bowler with the most wickets at the SSC in Test matches is the great Muttiah Muralitharan, who took 166 wickets in 46 innings across 24 matches between 1992 and 2009. He had an exceptional bowling average of 20.69, with best innings figures of 8/87, and bowled 368 maidens in 1,472.5 overs.
Sri Lanka vs. Bangladesh: Betting odds ahead of 2nd Test match
According to Parimatch, Sri Lanka are clear favourites to win the 2nd Test at 1.31, while Bangladesh are the underdogs with odds of 3.43, reflecting the hosts' dominant Test record in this rivalry.
| Odds* |
Sri Lanka | 1.31 |
Bangladesh | 3.43 |
* Odds are correct at time of publish but subject to change