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Padikkal’s Second Straight Century Puts India 300-5 at Stumps

Team officials say Rishabh Pant, who retired hurt after being hit by a Lahiru Kumara bouncer, should be fit to bat on Day 2.

Rishabh Pant walked back to the pavilion after being retired hurt during the first day of the second Test cricket match between Sri Lanka and India. He was struck on the hand by a Lahiru Kumara delivery. 
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India's Devdutt Padikkal celebrates his century during day one of the second cricket test match between Sri Lanka and India in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026. (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena)
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Overview

  • India closed Day 1 in Colombo on 300-5 with Devdutt Padikkal unbeaten on 117 after a 120-run third-wicket stand with captain Shubman Gill.
  • Padikkal’s hundred is his second in as many Tests and strengthens his claim for India’s long‑searched No. 3 batting position.
  • Rishabh Pant was struck on the left forearm by a Kumara bouncer, retired hurt on 3, and received a positive short‑term prognosis from the team physio and batting coach.
  • Sri Lanka seamer Asitha Fernando was the best bowler on the day with figures of 3-46 and the SSC pitch offered early bounce that eased as the day progressed.
  • Separately, Ben Stokes starred for Durham in county cricket with important runs and a five‑for as Durham crushed Derbyshire by 338 runs to boost their promotion push.