India Secures Dominant Victory Over Sri Lanka in First Test at Galle
India defeated Sri Lanka by 196 runs in the opening Test, earning crucial World Test Championship points as they wrapped up the match on Day 5.
The story
The first Test between India and Sri Lanka at Galle International Stadium concluded on Day 5 with India sealing a commanding 196-run victory. Resuming the day with Sri Lanka at 84/4, chasing a formidable target of 372, the hosts showed some resistance through a 95-run partnership between skipper Dhananjaya de Silva (59) and Sonal Dinusha (65*).
However, India's bowlers maintained pressure, with Ravindra Jadeja breaking the threatening stand by dismissing de Silva. Soon after, Prasidh Krishna accounted for Niroshan Dickwella (10).
Sri Lanka were eventually bowled out for 175 in their second innings. Devdutt Padikkal's maiden Test century of 167 in the first innings, complemented by Rishabh Pant's aggressive 66 in the second, laid the foundation for India's imposing total. Manav Suthar also contributed significantly with the ball, taking 4/76 in the first innings and 2/30 in the second.
Latest results
| Match | Format | Result | Star |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka vs India | Test | India won by 196 runs | Devdutt Padikkal (167 & 44) |
Series in play
India tour of Sri Lanka. India lead the 2-match Test series 1-0 after winning the 1st Test.
Pakistan tour of England. 1st Test, Day 1 at Headingley (started August 19).
Bangladesh tour of Australia. Australia lead the 2-match Test series 1-0 after winning the 1st Test.
Tables that matter
ICC World Test Championship 2025-27
Position: Australia (1st), South Africa (2nd), New Zealand (3rd), Bangladesh (4th), India (5th)
Note: Points percentages were updated as of August 16, 2026, after the Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test.
ICC Men's Test Team Rankings
Position: Australia (1st), India (3rd)
Note: Australia holds the top spot, with India having climbed to third as of May 2026.
What we'll be watching
- Day 2 of the 1st Test between England and Pakistan at Headingley, Leeds (August 20).
- The 2nd Test of the India tour of Sri Lanka begins on August 23 at Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo.
- The 2nd Test of the Bangladesh tour of Australia begins on August 22 at Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay.
- ICC Men's T20 World Cup Sub Regional Europe Qualifier C matches continue on August 20 in Kerava and Vantaa.
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