Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Test: Relive the thrilling contest in pictures

Sri Lanka's 68-run win in the second Test match ended Pakistan's record of never losing a Test series on neutral venues in UAE, where they had not lost a Test series since 2009. The two-match Test series was Sarfraz Ahmed's first series after Misbah-ul-Haq retired from the longest format of cricket. (Source: AP)

Dilruwan Perera was the star performer for Sri Lanka after the off-spinner claimed his fifth five-wicket haul by dismissing Mohammad Amir. (Source: AP)

After losing the first Test by 21 runs at Abu Dhabi, Pakistan had a chance to save the two-match Test series by saving the second match in Dubai. And Asad Shafiq's knock of 112 kept them in the game.The right-handed batsman scored his 11th Test century. (Source: AP)

Rangana Herath's experience proved vital for Sri Lanka as the vetran spinner claimed 16 wickets in two matches. The 39-year old left-arm spinner took three and two wickets in the second match as Sri Lanka recorded a historic series cleansweep against Pakistan. (Source: AP)

After Misbah-ul-Haq's retirement, Sarfraz Ahmed has been given the responsibility of leading Pakistan in the longest format of cricket. The 0-2 loss is Sarfraz's first series defeat as Pakistan captain in Tests. The right-handed batsman scored 68 runs and forged a 173-run partnership with Shafiq in the second innings. With Sarfraz and Shafiq in the middle, Pakistan's hopes of saving the series were alive. (Source: AP)

Dinesh Chandimal-led Sri Lanka side became first Test team to end Pakistan's unbeaten run in UAE. Coming in after losing a home Test series to India, Sri Lanka had a lot to prove. Sri Lanka are going through a transition period after senior players like Kumar Sangakkara, Mahela Jaywardene and Dilshan retired from international cricket. With Rangana Herath's support from the other end, Dilruwan Perera piled the pressure on Pakistan as the 35-year old claimed his fifth five-wicket haul. (Source: AP)

Sri Lanka rode on Dimuth Karunaratne's knock of 196 as the visitors took a 220-run first innnings lead over Pakistan. Scoring his 11th TEst century, Karunaratne hit 19 fours and a six in his 405-ball knock. (Source: AP)