Devdutt Padikkal scores maiden Test century on Day 1 against Sri Lanka
4 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 10:24 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Devdutt Padikkal showcased his batting prowess with a maiden Test century during Day 1 of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on August 15, 2026. Coming in at number three after Yashasvi Jaiswal's early run-out, Padikkal played a crucial role in stabilizing the innings, reaching his hundred off 134 balls. His performance came amid several injuries in the Indian dressing room, including KL Rahul, who retired hurt. At one point, India had moved past 200 runs with only one wicket lost, setting a strong platform for the innings.
- •Padikkal scored his maiden Test century in Galle.
- •India reached over 200 runs with only one wicket down.
- •KL Rahul retired hurt during the innings.
- •India looked to stabilize after Jaiswal's run-out.
- •Padikkal handled Sri Lanka's spin attack effectively.
- 10:24 AMYahoo Sports — 'It's never easy': Devdutt Padikkal opens up on long wait for India Test comeback
- 8:29 PMYahoo Sports — ‘The way he has prepared himself’: India coach explains key to Devdutt Padikkal’s maiden Test century
- 2:02 PMYahoo Sports — 'Used his opportunity': India coach praises Devdutt Padikkal after historic maiden Test century vs Sri Lanka at Galle
- 12:08 PMYahoo Sports — 'Devdutt Padikkal is god sent': India star hailed for dominating Sri Lankan spinners on Day 1 of 1st Test in Galle
"Devdutt Padikkal scored an unbeaten 131 on his maiden international century. His improved back-foot game was credited by batting coach Sitanshu Kotak. Padikkal adapted well to Sri Lanka's spin-heavy bowling attack. KL Rahul also contributed significantly before retiring hurt from the match. Sri Lanka's coach praised both Indian batters for their performances.
"Devdutt Padikkal notched his debut Test century amid a tough contest against Sri Lanka. Displaying both skill and aggression, he tackled the challenging bowling despite the physical strain of the match. His relentless focus and perseverance shone through on the demanding pitch, marking a triumphant return to Test cricket with this memorable milestone.
"With Devdutt Padikkal bringing up his maiden Test century amid much uncertainty in the Indian dressing room, fans and critics alike hailed him for his masterful batting on Day 1 of the 1st Test.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 16, 2026, 10:24 AM'It's never easy': Devdutt Padikkal opens up on long wait for India Test comeback
Devdutt Padikkal notched his debut Test century amid a tough contest against Sri Lanka. Displaying both skill and aggression, he tackled the challenging bowling despite the physical strain of the match. His relentless focus and perseverance shone through on the demanding pitch, marking a triumphant return to Test cricket with this memorable milestone.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 8:29 PM‘The way he has prepared himself’: India coach explains key to Devdutt Padikkal’s maiden Test century
Devdutt Padikkal scored an unbeaten 131 on his maiden international century. His improved back-foot game was credited by batting coach Sitanshu Kotak. Padikkal adapted well to Sri Lanka's spin-heavy bowling attack. KL Rahul also contributed significantly before retiring hurt from the match. Sri Lanka's coach praised both Indian batters for their performances.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 2:02 PM'Used his opportunity': India coach praises Devdutt Padikkal after historic maiden Test century vs Sri Lanka at Galle
After his unbeaten maiden century in the first Test against Sri Lanka at Galle, Devdutt Padikkal was quick to be praised by Indian batting coach Sitanshu Kotak.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 12:08 PM'Devdutt Padikkal is god sent': India star hailed for dominating Sri Lankan spinners on Day 1 of 1st Test in Galle
With Devdutt Padikkal bringing up his maiden Test century amid much uncertainty in the Indian dressing room, fans and critics alike hailed him for his masterful batting on Day 1 of the 1st Test.
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