Devdutt Padikkal

KL Rahul praises Manav Suthar's pace and consistency after Galle win

KL Rahul highlighted Manav Suthar's pace and consistency as key factors in India's 165-run win over Sri Lanka in the first Test at Galle.

165 runs — India beat Sri Lanka in Galle Test

Manav Suthar claimed 10 wickets as India won the Galle Test by 165 runs.

Day 4 of Galle Test: India set 372-run target

India set Sri Lanka a 372-run target on day four in Galle with Rishabh Pant reaching 100 Test sixes.

'Important to grab the opportunity and help the team win' — Padikkal

Devdutt Padikkal scored his maiden Test century in Galle, stepping in for injured Sai Sudharsan and stressing the need to seize opportunities when they come.

Dhruv Jurel discusses pitch conditions ahead of Galle Test resumption

Dhruv Jurel addressed India's strategy and pitch conditions as the Galle Test prepares to resume on day four.

Rain delays India's push in Galle Test

India reached 460 for nine on day two in Galle, but rain and Sri Lanka's fightback on day three have delayed proceedings.

India reach 460 for nine on rain-affected day two in Galle

India reached 460 for nine on day two in Galle as Devdutt Padikkal converted his overnight century into 167.

KL Rahul retires hurt on 77 with cramps in Galle Test

KL Rahul retired hurt on 77 with cramps but is expected to bat on day two of the Galle Test.

Devdutt Padikkal's 167 forces rethink on India's number three spot

Padikkal's maiden Test century has created a genuine selection dilemma at number three that extends beyond naming one player.

India reach 288 for 2 on day one as Padikkal scores maiden Test century

Devdutt Padikkal remained unbeaten on 131 after reaching his hundred off 134 balls. KL Rahul retired hurt on 77 but is expected to be available on day two.

Shubman Gill leads India in 600th Test as WTC qualification window narrows

India play their 600th Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Independence Day. The team sits fifth in the World Test Championship table and needs consistent wins to reach the final.

Galle pitch offers gradual turn as India weigh three-spinner option

The Galle pitch is expected to offer gradual turn rather than sharp spin from day one, prompting India to consider three spinners.

Chaminda Vaas says Shubman Gill will be key for India in Galle

Chaminda Vaas has backed Shubman Gill to be India's most important batter in the first Test at Galle.

Amit Mishra defends Gautam Gambhir's position as India Test coach

Amit Mishra says Gautam Gambhir deserves more time as India Test coach amid recent struggles.

Farveez Maharoof tips Manav Suthar for India debut in Galle

Farveez Maharoof believes Manav Suthar could make his Test debut ahead of Saransh Jain for the first Test against Sri Lanka.

Deep Dasgupta urges Gautam Gambhir to give Rishabh Pant freedom to attack

Deep Dasgupta has called on Gautam Gambhir to give Rishabh Pant the freedom to play his natural attacking game in the Sri Lanka Test series.

Devdutt Padikkal’s warm-up century locks India’s No. 3 for Galle

Padikkal’s century removed any doubt over India’s number three selection for Galle.

Sarfaraz Khan vs Dhruv Jurel: India pick Sarfaraz for Sri Lanka Tests

Shubman Gill cleared to play first Test after hand injury scare

Shubman Gill will lead India in Galle after scans ruled out any fracture from two blows to his right hand.

Jemimah Rodrigues excited for inaugural Women's Champions Trophy in 2027

Jemimah Rodrigues ruled out of the Hundred with hamstring injury

Jemimah Rodrigues has been ruled out of The Hundred with a hamstring injury, putting her participation in the Women's T20 Asia Cup in doubt.

Padikkal vs Sudharsan: who fills India's No.3 spot

Sai Sudharsan is out of the Sri Lanka Test series with a toe stress fracture. Devdutt Padikkal scored 142 in the warm-up and's now the leading candidate for No.3.

Devdutt Padikkal secures No. 3 spot after 142 in warm-up match

Padikkal has used the warm-up to press his claim for a Test return after more than 600 days out.

Jadeja bats at No.4 as Gill remains absent in warm-up

Ravindra Jadeja batted at number four in India's warm-up match against Sri Lanka XI while Shubman Gill remained absent on day two.