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Padikkal and Gill build solid partnership for India in Colombo

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 5:34 PM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Padikkal and Gill build solid partnership for India in Colombo

Summary

Devdutt Padikkal scored 117 runs while Shubman Gill made 50 as India posted 300 for 5 on Day 1 against Sri Lanka in Colombo. The pair shared a 120-run partnership, providing stability after an early loss. Amid challenging conditions and Sri Lankan bowlers' aggression, Padikkal and Gill showcased solid technique and composure during their batting stint. This marks a significant milestone, as it is only the third century stand between India's No. 3 and No. 4 since 2019. The innings is ongoing, with India looking to build on their score.

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By the Numbers

•India scored 300 for 5 in their first innings against Sri Lanka.
•Padikkal and Gill formed a crucial 120-run partnership.
•The match is taking place in Colombo on August 23.
•Padikkal's 117 marks his second Test century.
•The innings is still in progress.

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5:34 PMYahoo Sports — Devdutt Padikkal, Shubman Gill and the trailer of a blockbuster

What they're saying

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Devdutt Padikkal scored his second Test hundred, but it was his 120-run stand with India captain Shubman Gill that offered a trailer of a potential blockbuster in the making. India's No. 3 and No. 4 have only had three century partnerships since 2019, and this third instance in Colombo today is certainly not going to be the first and last involving the left-right pair.
— Yahoo Sports

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