IND vs SL 2nd Test Day 2 Highlights: Dhruv Jurel Century Drives India to 503-9d

IND vs SL 2nd Test Day 2 Highlights: The second day (August 24, 2026) of the second Test match between India and Sri Lanka in Colombo was completely dominated by the Indian team.

India's First Innings: 503/9 (Declared)

• Dhruv Jurel's Century: Displaying magnificent batting form, Dhruv Jurel scored the second century of his Test career and remained not out on 115.
• Rishabh Pant's Explosive Half-Century: Returning to the field after an injury (a blow to the wrist), Rishabh Pant batted aggressively, scoring 63 runs off 89 balls. He also hit some massive sixes during his innings.
• Rain Interruption: Play was halted for over two hours during the afternoon session due to rain and inclement weather.
• Captain's Decision: Captain Shubman Gill declared the innings as soon as Dhruv Jurel reached his century and the team's score crossed the 500-run mark (503/9). (Devdutt Padikkal had scored 117 runs on the first day).

Sri Lanka's Poor Start

• Early Setbacks: The light was fading just before the close of play, and Indian bowlers capitalized on the conditions.
• Lethal Bowling by Prasidh Krishna and Manav Suthar: Prasidh Krishna dismissed Sri Lankan opener Lahiru Udara.
• Spinner Manav Suthar claimed the second wicket by trapping nightwatchman Prabath Jayasuriya LBW.

Scorecard at the End of Day 2

• India (1st Innings): 503/9 (declared)
• Sri Lanka (1st Innings): 8/2 (3 overs)
• Status: Sri Lanka still trails India by 495 runs.