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Sri Lanka sets India 207-run target in warm-up match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 2:34 PM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Sri Lanka sets India 207-run target in warm-up match

Summary

In Colombo, Sri Lanka Cricket XI has declared its second innings at 200/6, setting India a target of 207 runs in a warm-up match. India earlier declared at 357/6, having responded to Sri Lanka's first innings score of 363/8. Devdutt Padikkal has impressed with an unbeaten 142, bolstering his claim for selection as India's number three batsman, especially following Sai Sudharsan's exit due to injury. Gary Kirsten, Sri Lanka's head coach, observed the match closely as both teams prepare for an upcoming two-Test series starting August 15 at Galle.

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Status Watch

•Sri Lanka sets India a target of 207 runs
•Padikkal scores an unbeaten 142
•India declared at 357/6
•Galle International Cricket Stadium hosts the first Test from August 15
•Sudharsan ruled out due to a toe injury

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2:34 PMYahoo Sports — Gary Kirsten keeps close eye on India as Sri Lanka set visitors 207-run chase in warm-up

What they're saying

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Sri Lanka's coach Gary Kirsten watched India's final warm-up match as they gear up for the upcoming Test series. Chasing a target of 207 runs after Sri Lanka Cricket XI's declaration, Devdutt Padikkal showcased his talent with an unbeaten 142, bolstering arguments for his selection at number three. However, India's Sai Sudharsan will miss out due to a toe injury.
— Yahoo Sports

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