A short but alarming incident occurs during Day 1 of the first Test between India and Sri Lanka at Galle, when KL Rahul’s sweep shot hits Sri Lanka batter Nishan Madushka on the helmet. The moment happens off the final delivery of Prabath Jayasuriya’s over, with Madushka stationed at short leg.
Both reports describe how Rahul goes down low and plays a well-timed sweep, sending the ball into the path of the fielder. The sources focus on the scare itself, noting Madushka is struck on the headgear. They do not provide further detail on whether Madushka leaves the field, but they characterize the shot as “fiery” or highlight it as a “scary moment,” reflecting differences in wording rather than different incident accounts.
Overall, the outlets agree on the key sequence: Jayasuriya bowls, Rahul sweeps, and Madushka at short leg is hit on the helmet during the first Test.
