England vs Sri Lanka, 1st Test - Live Cricket Score, Commentary

A dogged Sri Lanka put on a good show in the first Test, giving stiff competition to England, before the hosts sealed the win by 5 wickets

Despite struggling initially in the run chase, England recovered to pick up a five-wicket win over Sri Lanka

The pair were involved in a century stand and batted out the entire morning session

The former English batter in turn lauded Smith and hoped for him to be "a world-class player for England over a long period of time"

Angelo Mathews and Kamindu Mendis hit fighting fifties but the hosts stayed in control

The hosts picked up a first-innings lead of 122 following Smith's century

Only 57 overs were possible on Day 2, when both teams traded blows

England took the opening day honours as their bowlers delivered a collective performance

England's stand-in captain has assured there will be no fear of mixed messaging as he takes over for the Sri Lanka series

England have lost six of the 13 Tests they've played in the ongoing WTC cycle