Devdutt Padikkal and KL Rahul build substantial partnership in Galle Test

Devdutt Padikkal scored 167 on his Test return and shared a substantial partnership with KL Rahul at number three. The pair's stand helped India dominate Sri Lanka on day one of the first Test in Galle.

Padikkal noted that batting at number three requires understanding what has already happened on the pitch rather than forcing the tempo. KL Rahul said India A tours helped younger players adapt to Test cricket conditions.

Cheteshwar Pujara urged Manav Suthar to remain a red-ball specialist and avoid adapting his natural style for white-ball cricket. India take a 1-0 lead into the Colombo Test.