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Pant-astic! Rishabh Pant just hit a Test milestone no Indian reached before

Rishabh Pant achieved a significant milestone by hitting his 100th Test six. He became the first Indian batter and fourth player globally to reach this mark. Pant reached the landmark in his 51st Test, making him the fastest to do so. This achievement came during India's second innings against Sri…

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India all out for 462 against Sri Lanka in first Test as Devdutt Padikkal scores 167

Concluding their first innings at 462 runs on the third day, India showcased a remarkable performance with Devdutt Padikkal scoring 167 runs. Asitha Fernando, who took the final Indian wicket, added to his figures. The standout bowler for Sri Lanka, Prabath Jayasuriya, achieved four wickets, especially after rain had caused…

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Now to have a ball in Galle

India reached 460 for 9 after two days of play in Galle. Devdutt Padikkal scored 167, his highest score in Sri Lanka. Dhruv Jurel provided stability with a crucial 51 runs. Rain interruptions limited play, impacting the overall match duration. India remains confident in their bowling attack to secure a…

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Galle weather causes another delay as India vs Sri Lanka Test enters Day 2 after rain disrupts final session of Day 1

Galle weather has delayed the start of Day 2 in the India vs Sri Lanka first Test, with persistent rain preventing play in Galle on Sunday. The weather had also disrupted Day 1, but India still reached 288/2 at stumps after Devdutt Padikkal scored his maiden Test century and remained…

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Padikkal rises to the occasion: Drafted in after Sudharsan’s injury, Devdutt repays the faith with a maiden century

India's top order displayed assured batting on a good pitch in Galle. Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul formed a strong opening partnership for the team. Devdutt Padikkal scored an unbeaten century, putting India in control of the game. Padikkal's preparation paid off, leading to a stylish performance in the match.…

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Devdutt Padikkal, KL Rahul's power India to 197/1 vs Sri Lanka at Tea on Day 1

India reached 197 for one wicket at Tea on day one. Devdutt Padikkal and KL Rahul added 150 runs for the second wicket. Yashasvi Jaiswal was run out for 32 runs in the first session. Padikkal scored 84 and Rahul made 77 not out. The pair steadied the innings after…

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India vs Sri Lanka Test Series 2026: Galle 1st test live streaming, squads, playing XI, weather, pitch and head-to-head record

Ind vs SL Test Live Streaming: India and Sri Lanka begin their two-match Test series in Galle on August 15, 2026. Here are the live streaming details, squads, predicted playing XIs, weather and pitch reports, and the head-to-head Test record.

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India vs Sri Lanka Test Series 2026: Check IND vs SL match schedule, live streaming, predicted playing 11 and full squads

Beginning August 15, 2026, cricket fans can look forward to an exciting two-match Test series between India and Sri Lanka. Led by Shubman Gill, the revamped Indian Test team will take the field, although both nations are grappling with notable injury issues. Tune in to Sony Sports Network for live…

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Gurnoor Brar is excellent with old ball but Prasidh Krishna is bowling well of late: Shubman Gill

Captain Shubman Gill indicated Prasidh Krishna will likely partner Mohammed Siraj with the new ball. The team faces a tough choice between Krishna and rookie Gurnoor Brar for pace duties. India will field three left-arm spinners and one wrist spinner in the upcoming Test match. Devdutt Padikkal is expected to…

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Galle spin challenge awaits India as Gambhir seeks Test redemption

India's batters face a significant spin challenge in the upcoming Galle Test series. Head coach Gautam Gambhir's position relies heavily on the team's performance in this crucial series. Sri Lanka's spinners have historically made Galle a difficult venue for visiting teams. Indian bowlers must also find their rhythm on the…

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Shubman Gill "very much ready" for first Sri Lanka Test: Bahutule after skipper's return during final day of warm-up clash

Gill made a return to the action during the final day of the warm-up clash, scoring a quick 44 in 54 balls, laying the foundation of an easy 207-run chase for India that will give them plenty of morale ahead of the two-match Test series starting from August 15 onwards…

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Shubman Gill returns to action on final day, India beat SLXI in three-day warm-up match

India achieved a four-wicket victory against Sri Lanka XI in their warm-up match. Skipper Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal led the run-chase with a century partnership. Devdutt Padikkal scored a remarkable 142 not out in India's first innings. Sri Lanka XI posted 200/6 in their second innings before declaring. Mohammed…

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India Tour of Sri Lanka: Padikkal makes strong case for No. 3 during warm up match

Devdutt Padikkal scored an unbeaten century during India's warm-up match against Sri Lanka. Rishabh Pant and Dhruv Jurel failed to score significantly in favorable batting conditions. India finished the day at 357 for 8 after 90 overs. B Sai Sudharsan was ruled out of the series due to a toe…

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Sai Sudharsan ruled out of Sri Lanka Test series

B Sai Sudharsan has been ruled out of the Test series against Sri Lanka due to a toe injury he suffered during the India A tour last month. Medical professionals have recommended additional healing time, paving the way for Devdutt Padikkal to step in and bat at number three. Additionally,…

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India's Test transition hurt by exit of seniors: Ajinkya Rahane

Ajinkya Rahane believes Test cricket needs more senior players on the team. He stated that the departure of multiple senior players has impacted India's performance. India has experienced recent series losses after key players retired from international cricket. The team is now transitioning with new players and a younger core.…

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi plays unreal shots, his batting is unbelievable: Dilip Vengsarkar

Former captain Dilip Vengsarkar has hailed 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as an "unbelievable" talent with immense potential, drawing parallels to Sachin Tendulkar's early career. Vengsarkar also expressed confidence in Shreyas Iyer's captaincy and advocated for a longer run for Sarfaraz Khan and Devdutt Padikkal in Tests. He further commented on Hardik…

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BCCI announces India A squad for unofficial Tests in Sri Lanka; Dhruv Jurel to lead

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has announced the India A squad for upcoming multi-day matches in Sri Lanka. Dhruv Jurel will captain the team, with Devdutt Padikkal as his deputy. These matches are scheduled to take place in Galle. The squad also features promising young talents and…

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Sai Sudharsan hasn't got a long run so, we will give him fair chance at No.3: Gautam Gambhir

India head coach Gautam Gambhir believes Sai Sudharsan deserves a fair chance at number three. He indicated Sudharsan will be preferred over Devdutt Padikkal for the upcoming Test against Afghanistan. Gambhir also revealed plans to select four spinners for the Sri Lanka tour in August. The team aims to improve…

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Ahead of WTC games, India search for missing links against gritty Afghanistan

In a gripping standalone Test in Mullanpur, India faces off against Afghanistan, marking a pivotal moment for the Indian squad as they seek to finalize their team balance. With a focus on selecting a new number three batsman and finding a worthy replacement for Ravindra Jadeja, the stakes are high.

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How to watch IPL FInal 2026: live stream RCB vs Gujarat Titans from anywhere

All the ways to watch IPL 2026 final live streams online and from anywhere, as RCB face Gujarat Titans in the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

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IPL 2026 RCB vs GT Playing XI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans players & head-to-head stats for today’s Ahmedabad match

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans players: Royal Challengers Bengaluru are aiming to secure a dominant double over Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final. After a convincing win in the playoffs, RCB face a resilient GT side, boosted by Shubman Gill’s century in Qualifier 2. This sets up a…

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s back-to-back final run: The IPL sequel nobody saw coming

Royal Challengers Bengaluru are back in the IPL 2026 final, aiming to defend their title and build a dynasty. Under captain Rajat Patidar and coach Andy Flower, the team showcased remarkable control with a balanced squad, excelling in both batting and bowling throughout the season. Their dominant Qualifier 1 victory…

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IPL 2026 final: Aggressive RCB look to tame solid GT in search of second title in a row

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans clash in the IPL final. RCB, with their aggressive batting and potent bowling, are favored to win. Gujarat Titans rely on their top-order batsmen to score heavily. The match promises an exciting contest between two distinct playing styles. RCB aims to secure their second…

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RCB vs GT Qualifier 1 yesterday match result: How Royal Challengers Bengaluru made it to second consecutive IPL final with 92-run win over Gujarat Titans? Check scores, top performers and more

Yesterday IPL match: Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a direct spot in the IPL 2026 Grand Finale by comprehensively defeating Gujarat Titans by 92 runs in Qualifier 1. Rajat Patidar's explosive 93* off 33 balls powered RCB to a massive 254/5, a total their bowlers defended brilliantly to bowl out GT…

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Rajat Patidar’s 93 off 33 beats Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s strike rate record, powers RCB to 254

Rajat Patidar's explosive unbeaten 93 off 33 balls powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a record 254/5 in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1. His blistering innings, featuring a strike rate of 281.82, included nine sixes and five boundaries, driving RCB to a commanding victory. Patidar's dominant display, aided by dropped catches, solidified…

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