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Sri Lanka begin response against Pakistan with 99-1 at close of play

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Sri Lanka are 99-1 at the end of day two of their first Test against Pakistan as they chase down a target of 451 runs.

Sri Lanka have ended day two of the first Test against Pakistan on 99-1 as they look to close in on their opponents' target of 451 runs.

Sri Lankan cricketer Kaushal Silva is watched by Pakistan wicketkeeper Sarfraz Ahmed as he plays a shot during the second day of the opening Test match between Sri Lanka and Pakistan at the Galle International Cricket Stadium in Galle on August 7, 2014© Getty Images

Younis Khan hit 177 for Pakistan - including 15 boundaries and a six before lunch - setting a healthy tally for Sri Lanka to chase down.

The Lions began their response rather unconvincingly as Upal Tharanga fell lbw to Junaid Khan after just 15 deliveries with the score on 24.

Kumar Sangakkara joined Kaushal Silva at the crease next, and the 75-run partnership remained undefeated at the close of play.

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