Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Day 3, Live Score: Tamim Iqbal’s Ton Helps Bangladesh To Stay On Top

Ban vs SL, 1st Test: Bangladesh look to build on their solid start© AFP

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Day 3, Live Score: Tamim Iqbal scored 133 runs before he retired hurt in the first innings for Bangladesh against Sri Lanka on Day 3 of the ongoing first Test. Bangladesh openers Tamim and Mahmudal Hasan Roy put on 162 runs for the opening wicket but Sri Lanka stormed right back into the contest with three quick wickets. However, Tamim helped Bangladesh stay on top and the side now hopes to take a lead. Earlier, a 199-run knock by Angelo Mathews helped the visitors reach 397 in 153 overs on Day 2. Mathews scored 199 runs in 397 balls, including 19 fours and a maximum. After being dismissed for 199, Mathews became just the second Sri Lanka batter to be dismissed for 199 after Sanath Jayasuriya (LIVE SCORECARD)