India Eye Big First-Innings Total as Galle Test Resumes

GALLE, August 16: India will resume their first innings at 288/2 on Day 2 of the opening Test against Sri Lanka at the Galle International Stadium, looking to build on a dominant start.

The visitors won the toss and elected to bat first, with their decision paying off on the opening day. Devdutt Padikkal is unbeaten on 131, while Rishabh Pant is not out on 27 as India aim to post a huge first-innings total.

Padikkal's century has been the highlight of India's batting effort so far. With Pant providing support at the other end, India will look to continue their momentum and pile further pressure on the Sri Lankan bowling attack.

India have also gone in with a bowling combination featuring three spinners and two fast bowlers, indicating the importance of spin-friendly conditions in Galle.

For Sri Lanka, Keshar Nuwantha has made his Test debut and will be hoping to make an immediate impact in the series opener.

With India already in a strong position at 288/2, the second day's play could be crucial in determining the direction of the Test. The visitors will be keen to convert their excellent start into a formidable total before turning their attention to Sri Lanka's batting.

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