After bowling out their hosts for 222, Sri Lanka ended the opening day on 60 for 3.
The tourists, who are fresh off their miracle one wicket win in the opening Test last week, need a win or a draw to secure a historic series result.
Day two gets underway at 12 PM UAE time.
Verstappen on pole for F1's Abu Dhabi title-decider
Max Verstappen has taken pole position for the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Saturday, with McLaren's Formula One leader Lando Norris alongside on the front row and Oscar Piastri qualifying third.
Hamilton crashes as Russell keeps title favourite Norris off the top in final practice
Lewis Hamilton crashed his Ferrari in the final practice session of the Formula One season in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, with Mercedes' George Russell denying McLaren's championship leader Lando Norris a sweep of fastest times.
West Indies snatch draw after epic Greaves double hundred
Justin Greaves struck an epic unbeaten 202 against a depleted New Zealand attack to help West Indies snatch a memorable draw in the opening Test at Christchurch's Hagley Oval on Saturday.
Desert Vipers overcome Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in thriller
The Desert Vipers made it two wins in two matches after securing a hard-fought two-wicket win over the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Friday.
Donald Trump wins inaugural FIFA Peace Prize
US President Donald Trump was awarded the FIFA Peace Prize on Friday at the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington, D.C.
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