Dhruv Jurel reveals India’s strategy after 460/9 on Day 2 in Galle
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 7:05 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
On Day 2 of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle, India reached 460 for nine wickets. Dhruv Jurel contributed an aggressive 51 runs, while Devdutt Padikkal scored 167, marking his continued strong form. Jurel emphasized the team's plan to accumulate runs sensibly rather than recklessly. Following heavy rain disruptions, the Indian bowlers face the task of taking twenty wickets to secure a win.
- •India finishes Day 2 at 460/9 in Galle amid rain delays.
- •Dhruv Jurel scores 51, while Devdutt Padikkal leads with 167 runs.
- •Jurel stresses the need for disciplined bowling to take 20 wickets.
- •Rain washed out the morning session, resuming play in the afternoon.
- 7:05 PMYahoo Sports — 'We weren’t looking to go bonkers': Dhruv Jurel reveals India’s strategy after 460/9 on Day 2
"Dhruv Jurel's explosive fifty pushed India to 460 for nine wickets, while Devdutt Padikkal showcased his prowess with a remarkable 167 runs. Jurel shared that his intent was to accumulate runs quickly yet wisely, crediting his previous experiences in Sri Lanka for boosting his confidence. To clinch victory, India's bowlers now face the challenge of taking twenty wickets.
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