Rain Delays Start of Play on Day 2 of 1st Test Between Sri Lanka and India
- India chose to bat first on a flat pitch at Galle after winning the toss in their Test match against Sri Lanka and reached 288/2 by the end of Day 1.
- Devdutt Padikkal scored an unbeaten maiden century with 131 runs while Rishabh Pant was 27 not out, showing strong determination.
- KL Rahul had to retire hurt due to intense cramps early in the final session, leading Shubman Gill to return to the crease and soon lose his wicket.
- Sri Lankan bowlers, including Prabath Jayasuriya and debutant Keshara Nuwanatha, struggled to take wickets or maintain consistency throughout the day.
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France24Rain holds up India on day two of Sri Lanka Test
The heavy downpour in the coastal town denied India an opportunity to build on their good start in the country's 600th Test. The tourists ended the opening day on 288-2 with top-order batsman Devdutt Padikkal hitting an unbeaten hundred. Recalled to the side after more than two years as a late injury replacement for Sai Sudharsan, Padikkal made the most of the opportunity. He was batting on 131 not out off 178 deliveries with 12 fours and one s…
Day 2 of India-Sri Lanka Test in Galle delayed by rain - The Tribune
The second day’s play in the opening Test between India and Sri Lanka was delayed by rain, with the visitors unable to come out to bat due to incessant showers here on Sunday. On Saturday, the opening day of the Test, Devdutt Padikkal struck his maiden Test century as India dominated proceedings, reaching 288/2 at […]
Winnipeg Free Press
Rain delays start of play on day 2 of 1st test between Sri Lanka and India
GALLE, Sri Lanka (AP) — Monsoon rains delayed the start of play on day two of the first test between Sri Lanka and India at the Galle International Stadium on Sunday, with the morning session completely washed out.
India vs Sri Lanka Live Score, 1st Test day 2: Devdutt Padikkal and Rishabh Pant to resume for IND vs SL in Galle
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India vs Sri Lanka live score, 1st Test Day 2: Rain stops in Galle, covers slowly coming off
India (IND) vs Sri Lanka (SL) live score, 1st Test Day 2: After a lengthy rain interruption on Day 1, Galle is dealing with another wet start as the entire ground remains under covers. India begin Day 2 in a strong position at 288/2, but the weather has once again taken centre stage.
India vs Sri Lanka LIVE Score, 1st Test Day 2: Start Of Action For IND vs SL Delayed. Here's The Reason
India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Day 2 LIVE Score Updates: India stand strong at 288 for 2, with Devdutt Padikkal and Rishabh Pant at the crease on their individual scores of 131 and 27, respectively.
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