GALLE, Sri Lanka — Sri Lanka’s Keshara Nuwantha and Prabath Jayasuriya shared seven wickets between them, but India remained firmly in control after reaching 460 for 9 on day two of the first Test at Galle on August 16, 2026. Devdutt Padikkal converted his overnight 131 into 167, while Dhruv Jurel added 51 as India pushed towards a formidable first-innings total on another rain-interrupted day.
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Devdutt Padikkal Hits 167 as India Take Control in Galle
GALLE, Sri Lanka — Devdutt Padikkal turned his maiden Test century for India into a commanding 167 on a rain-affected second day of the Galle Test against Sri Lanka, helping India reach 460 for 9. Padikkal’s approach was built around attacking spin, maintaining focus after reaching three figures and continuing to push the scoring rate as India looked to make the most of limited playing time.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz Stars as Bangladesh Seal Historic Test Win
DARWIN, Australia — Bangladesh produced a landmark performance at Marrara Oval to defeat Australia by nine wickets in the first Test of the 2026 Bangladesh tour of Australia, securing their maiden Test victory on Australian soil.
India vs Afghanistan T20Is Set for Delhi From September 13
India vs Afghanistan :Afghanistan will host India in a three-match T20I series at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium in Delhi from September 13 to 17, with the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirming the schedule on Wednesday.
Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test: Bangladesh Face Toughest Test in Australia
DARWIN, Australia — Bangladesh begin their two-match Test series against Australia at Marrara Cricket Ground on Thursday, August 13, facing one of the toughest challenges of their Test journey. The Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test comes 23 years after Bangladesh last played a Test in Australia, but the visitors now arrive as a more experienced side determined to compete across five days.
Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test: Full Match Details
DARWIN, Australia — Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test: Australia and Bangladesh are set to begin their two-match Test series at Marrara Stadium in Darwin on Thursday, August 13, with the opening match marking Bangladesh’s return to Test cricket in Australia after 23 years. The first Test will start at 10:00 AM local time, with both teams arriving with experienced squads and several important selection and fitness questions.