Highlights

  • Virat got out for 45 in the 1st innings of his 100th Test
  • Rishabh Pant smashed a fiery 96, helping India end Day 1 command
  • Ravindra Jadeja remained unbeaten on 45

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After whitewashing Sri Lanka in the T20 series, Team India began the Test series with a bang and ended Day 1 of the 1st Test in command at 357/6.

Opting to bat first, India were 2 down for 80 runs. Playing his 100th Test, Virat Kohli was out for 45 in the 1st innings. Hanuma Vihari impressed with a gritty 58. But the highlight of the day was Rishabh Pant, who smashed a fiery 96.

He was well supported by Ravindra Jadeja, who remained unbeaten on 45. A strong finish by Team India in the final session ensured that visitors Sri Lanka would have to play catch up on Day 2.

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