Suthar Stars as India Crush Sri Lanka by 165 Runs in Galle Test
What Happened
India defeated Sri Lanka by 165 runs in the first Test at Galle to take a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. Left-arm spinner Manav Suthar starred with a match-winning 10-wicket haul, while Devdutt Padikkal's 167 and Rishabh Pant's rapid 66 helped India set Sri Lanka a daunting target of 372.
Key Takeaways
The victory strengthens India's position in the World Test Championship race, earning them the full 12 WTC points while showcasing the impact of emerging match-winners like Manav Suthar.
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