Tom Latham and Kane Williamson came up with solid fifties as New Zealand put themselves in a position of strength against hosts Sri Lanka on a rain-hit Day 2 in Galle.

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.

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.

Half-centuries from Tom Latham and Kane Williamson put New Zealand at 255-4 and in hot pursuit of Sri Lanka on day two of the first test on Thursday.

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