Sources: 
Sri Lanka captain de Silva has called for his team to secure full points in the opening World Test at Galle, highlighting the importance of a strong start in the series against Bangladesh.
The Galle pitch is known for its spin-friendly conditions, which have historically favored Sri Lanka's spinners. "The wickets in Galle suit spinners," a key factor that played a significant role in the Sri Lanka vs Australia Test earlier this year, where spinners were highly effective.
"The pitch is expected to assist slow bowlers," making it a strategic advantage for the Lankan Lions.
Reflecting on past opportunities, de Silva expressed regret over missing a chance to reach the final in the previous cycle.
"We had a big chance to get to final but unfortunately we couldn't do it," he said on the eve of the first Test.
With this in mind, the captain emphasized the need for a strong performance from the outset to capitalize on the favorable conditions and push Sri Lanka closer to the final.
The team aims to leverage the spin-friendly Galle pitch to dominate Bangladesh and set a positive tone for the rest of the series.
This Test match is seen as a crucial step in Sri Lanka's campaign, with de Silva urging his players to seize the moment and secure full points to keep their championship hopes alive.
Sources: Sri Lanka captain de Silva emphasized the importance of securing full points in the crucial World Test starting at Galle, where spin-friendly wickets favor his team. Reflecting on a missed opportunity in the previous cycle, he urged a strong start against Bangladesh to reach the final.
