India's Padikkal steals the show with 167 in first Sri Lanka Test

Comeback star Devdutt Padikkal hit a polished 167 as India scored 460-9 on a rainy second day of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Sunday.

India reaches 447-8 against Sri Lanka at stumps of rain-affected day 2 of 1st test  Toronto Star

Devdutt Padikkal’s career-best 167 has put India in command of the first test against Sri Lanka as it reached 447-8 (113 overs) in its first innings on day two

Devdutt Padikkal notched his debut Test century amid a tough contest against Sri Lanka. Displaying both skill and aggression, he tackled the challenging bowling despite the physical strain of the match. His relentless focus and perseverance shone through on the demanding pitch, marking a triumphant return to Test crick

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Niroshan Dickwella has made a Test comeback after three years, while Kuldeep Yadav has been picked as one of the three frontline spinners by India

Latest scorecard from the first Test between Sri Lanka and India in Galle.