
Aug 18, 2026
✦Indian Express
Rishabh Pant's calculated 66 gives India exactly what they needed in Galle
Rishabh Pant scored 66 off 69 balls on Tuesday to help India build a strong lead in the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle. India started Day 4 with a 178-run lead, needing quick runs on a difficult pitch. Pant’s adventurous batting gave India a solid position.