India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Highlights 2026

India and Sri Lanka faced each other in the 1st Test of the 2026 series at the Galle International Cricket Stadium on August 15, 2026.

India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Highlights 2026

India made a strong start to the opening Test after winning the toss and choosing to bat first. Devdutt Padikkal produced the standout performance of the day, scoring his maiden Test century.

At the end of Day 1, India were 288/2 in 73 overs. Padikkal remained unbeaten on 131 runs from 178 balls, while Rishabh Pant was unbeaten on 27.

KL Rahul also made an important contribution with 77 before retiring hurt after suffering cramps. Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 32, while captain Shubman Gill made 16.

Devdutt Padikkal's Maiden Test Century

Padikkal was the star of India's innings. Batting at No. 3, he handled the Sri Lankan spin attack confidently and completed his first Test hundred. His unbeaten 131 put India in a commanding position at the close of play.

India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Highlights Video

Watch the India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test 2026 highlights, including Devdutt Padikkal's century and the major moments from Day 1:

India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Day 1 Score

Team	Score
India	288/2 in 73 overs
Devdutt Padikkal	131* (178 balls)
Rishabh Pant	27* (36 balls)
KL Rahul	77

Play was stopped early because of bad light and rain. India will resume their first innings on Day 2 with Padikkal and Pant at the crease.

Watch the full India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test highlights above for the key moments from the match.

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