After bowling out their hosts for 222, Sri Lanka ended the opening day on 60 for 3.
The tourists, who are fresh off their miracle one wicket win in the opening Test last week, need a win or a draw to secure a historic series result.
Day two gets underway at 12 PM UAE time.
David Beckham: Inter Miami not rushing to replace head coach
Co-owner David Beckham said Inter Miami have to "let things settle down" before hiring a head coach after the sudden, early-season departure of Javier Mascherano on Tuesday.
Bayern late show sinks Real Madrid in epic quarter-final
Bayern Munich's Luis Diaz and Michael Olise have scored late goals to earn the hosts a dramatic 4-3 win over Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals on Wednesday and send them into the last four 6-4 on aggregate after a thrilling tie.
Arsenal scrape past Sporting to reach Champions League semi-finals
Arsenal has edged past Sporting to reach the Champions League semi-finals for the second successive season, with a 0-0 home draw earning them a 1-0 aggregate victory on Wednesday.
Alcaraz withdraws from Barcelona Open due to wrist injury
World number two Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Barcelona Open after injuring his right wrist, tournament organisers said on Wednesday.
Kohli and Dar shine as Bengaluru ease past Lucknow in IPL
Veteran batter Virat Kohli and fast bowler Rasikh Dar have led Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a comfortable five-wicket win over struggling Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League on Wednesday.
6:00pm - 7:00pm
An extra hour of the UAE's biggest radio show for your drive home.
Jacob sits down with LANY for a fun, honest catch up that fans will love. 🎤
Watch the all new episode of I'm Not Your Dad. 🎙️
S.N.E joins The Fusion with Eddie for an unforgettable episode! 🔥
The legendary Craig David joins The Kris Fade Show for an unforgettable chat!
