By Afiur
August 23, 2026
India ended Day 1 on 300/5 after choosing to bat first, putting themselves in a strong position.
Devdutt Padikkal produced a superb batting display, anchoring India’s innings with a brilliant century.
Padikkal’s century showcased patience, technique and confidence as he took India through a challenging opening day.
India’s batters battled hard throughout the day, recovering from wickets to post an impressive 300-run total.
With five wickets remaining, India will look to build on their strong platform and push towards a commanding first-innings score.