# India take command despite early Sri Lanka strikes

2026-08-17T18:06:50+00:00 | Sports | Indian Opinion Desk

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India ended the second day of the first Test in Bengaluru in a strong position despite early wickets from Sri Lanka's Nuwan Thushara and Prabath Jayasuriya. The hosts reached 302 for 5 at stumps, with half-centuries from Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant putting the side firmly ahead after a shaky start. Sri Lanka had reduced India to 72 for 3 in the morning session, with Thushara claiming two wickets and Jayasuriya removing the dangerous Virat Kohli. However, Gill (78) and Pant (68) added 112 runs for the fourth wicket to steady the innings. Jadeja remains unbeaten on 48, with the tail to follow on day three.

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