India defeats Sri Lanka in close first test
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India defeats Sri Lanka in close first test |
India's first test team defeated Sri Lanka by 168 runs in the first test held in Chennai, India. This was India's first win in a test against Sri Lanka since 2017.
India started the match well, scoring 387 runs in their first innings. Rohit Sharma (161) and Shikhar Dhawan (104) were India's top scorers.
Sri Lanka responded strongly in their first innings, scoring 499 runs. Lashanka Gamage (152) and Kusal Mendis (126) were Sri Lanka's top scorers.
In the second innings, India scored 222 runs. Rishabh Pant (58) and Shubman Gill (49) were India's top scorers.
Sri Lanka needed 327 runs to win the match, but they could only manage 158 runs. Mendis (59) was Sri Lanka's top scorer.
Jasprit Bumrah (3/35) and Jasprit Boult (3/30) led India to victory.
This win was important for India as it gave them a good start in the two-match test series.
Match analysis
There were a number of factors that contributed to India's win. First, India's batting performance was strong in both innings. Second, India's bowling performance was good in the second innings. Third, India's fielding performance was good in both innings.
Individual performances
Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan were India's top scorers. Lashanka Gamage and Kusal Mendis were Sri Lanka's top scorers.
Looking ahead
The second test match of the series will be held in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on July 29.
Additional details
The match was closely contested, with India taking the lead in the first innings and Sri Lanka responding strongly in the second innings. India's bowlers were able to bowl out Sri Lanka for 158 runs in the second innings to secure the victory.
Rohit Sharma's century in the first innings was a key moment in the match. His innings helped India to build a strong foundation for the match and put them in a position to win.
Lashanka Gamage's century in the second innings was also a key moment in the match. His innings helped Sri Lanka to take the lead in the match and put them in a position to win.
The second test match of the series is expected to be another closely contested match. Both teams will be looking to win the match to take a 2-0 lead in the series.
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