India takes a strong position on Day 2 of the first Test against Sri Lanka, reaching 460/9 as Devdutt Padikkal scores 167. Padikkal arrives at the crease with India already on 131, and continues to build his innings with measured scoring, including reaching his maiden 150.
Padikkal posts the bulk of India’s momentum as the day progresses. According to reports, he takes 215 balls to reach his first 150, including a boundary off Asitha Fernando. Late in the day, Sri Lanka responds with a fightback after India’s set position, but India ends the day with nine wickets down.
Across the outlets, the emphasis is on Padikkal’s impact—his 167 and the progression from 131 to a large total—while the match context remains the same: India’s 460/9 at the close of Day 2 and Sri Lanka’s attempted late recovery before chasing a target later in the match.
