Sri Lanka's second Test of the two-match Test series against Bangladesh has begun at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo.
Following Angelo Mathews' retirement at the end of the first Test at Galle, Sri Lanka have one less experienced player in the dressing room.
As the first Test in Galle ended in a draw, the only remaining match at Colombo is a virtual decider for both sides, unless another draw plays out.
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Fans and players will be hoping for a rain-free encounter as winning points will be crucial to move up in the World Test Championship 2025-27 standings.
Here is a breakdown of the weather forecast for each day of the 2nd Test between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh at Colombo.
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Wednesday, 25 June: Weather forecast for SL vs BAN 2nd Test, Day 1 at Colombo
Rain is mostly expected before and late in the day's play. There's a high chance of rain in the afternoon, but play is expected to happen as usual to start and then towards the end of the day.
12-3 p.m.: 61% chance of rain
3-6 p.m.: 35% chance of rain
Thursday, 26 June: Weather forecast for SL vs BAN 2nd Test, Day 2 at Colombo
There's a forecast of over 60% chances of rain from early morning. However, there are periods during the day when the sun will be out and play is expected. Interruptions are likely to happen.
9-12 p.m.: 55% chance of rain
12-3 p.m.: 51% chance of rain
3-6 p.m.: 52% chance of rain
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Friday, 27 June: Weather forecast for SL vs BAN 2nd Test, Day 3 at Colombo
9-12 p.m.: 51% chance of rain
12-3 p.m.: 55% chance of rain
3-6 p.m.: 58% chance of rain
Once again, rain is expected on Day 3 as well. According to the forecast, at least a few interruptions are highly likely.
Saturday, 28 June: Weather forecast for SL vs BAN 2nd Test, Day 4 at Colombo
The fourth day of the Test match continues with the same weather trend of over 50% chances of rain during match time, with some interruptions.
Sunday, 29 June: Weather forecast for SL vs BAN 2nd Test, Day 5 at Colombo
The fifth day of the Test match sees no change in the weather trend of over 50% chances of rain during match time, with at least a few interruptions highly likely.
Will the weather affect the outcome in Colombo?
With rain likely on all five days, both teams may struggle to force a result.. However, batting after the match resumes post-rain can be tricky and if bowlers take advantage of the swing and seam conditions, we can expect a dramatic finish at Colombo.