West Indies vs Sri Lanka

6.25pm  UPDATE - 12.55 pm GMT- Well, not the news we were hoping for. It has started to rain once again at Pallekele and the covers are brought back on. So, the waiting game continues and it could also be the end of first innings but we hope for the best. Stay tuned.

6.00pm  UPDATE-12.30 pm GMT - Good news! The rain has stopped and the covers are coming off. The resumption will take some time but optimistic signs at Pallekele. Stay tuned.

5.32pm  UPDATE - 12 pm GMT - It continues to pour down and the whole ground is under cover. There is still a lot of time left in this game but let's hope the rain fades away quickly. Finger's crossed.

5.02pm  UPDATE - 11.31 am GMT - The umpires have had enough and are calling for the covers. The rain has picked up a bit and the players are walking off the field. The whole ground is covered now as the rain has gotten heavier. Stay tuned.

5.00pm  It's raining heavily now. The groundstaff are getting ready.

4.59pm  DRINKS! A much needed break for Sri Lanka who are taking some beating from the hands of Rutherford and Chase. These two have added 80 runs so far at a quick rate and if it continues the same way. West Indies could push the score above 280 which could be above par on this pitch. A crucial final phase is coming up.