India finished the opening day of the second and final Test against Sri Lanka at the SSC Ground on 300 for five after opting to bat first.
Devdutt Padikkal led India's batting effort with an impressive century, scoring 117 to strengthen the visitors' position. Captain Shubman Gill contributed a composed 50, while Yashasvi Jaiswal made 45.
Sri Lanka's bowlers managed to claim five wickets during the day, with Asitha Fernando leading the attack. He finished the day with three wickets for 46 runs.
India will resume their first innings on 300 for five when play gets underway on the second day today, with Sri Lanka looking to make early inroads and restrict the visitors' total.
