Tom Latham and Kane Williamson helped New Zealand reach 255-4 on the rain-affected second day of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle. Latham scored 70, while Williamson added 55, providing a solid platform.

A sensational spell of fast bowling by New Zealand rookie William O’Rourke rocked Sri Lanka as the home side was bowled out for 305 runs in the first innings of the first cricket test on Thursday. O’Rourke,

New Zealand ended day two in a strong position after rain hampered proceedings in the morning session on day two of the first Test match against Sri Lanka at the Galle Stadium yesterday. ..

Half-centuries by Tom Latham and Kane Williamson led New Zealand's cricketers to 255-4 on day two of the first Test against Sri Lanka on Thursday.

The Black Caps trailed by 50 at stumps in Galle with Daryl Mitchell (41) and Tom Blundell (18) to resume in the morning

After William O'Rourke's five-wicket haul restricted Sri Lanka to 305 in the morning session, fifties from Tom Latham and Kane Williamson helped the visitors reduce their deficit down to double digits by close of play on Day 2 in Galle.

New Zealand only trail by 50 runs with six wickets to spare. The Kiwis are on top thanks to some fine fifties from the veteran duo of Tom Latham and Kane Williamson.