India set 372 as Rishabh Pant’s 66 papers over a middle-order collapse at Galle
India secured a series lead in the final Test match against Sri Lanka in Galle. With favorable weather forecasted for the final day, India aims to wrap up the Test and take the series 1-0. However, they face a tough challenge as the pitch has retained its turn despite low bounce. India targeted short leg and silly point early in the innings to prevent any half-chances for Sri Lanka.
Notably, Rishabh Pant scored a crucial 66 off 69 balls, breaking down the Sri Lankan batting lineup. Alongside him, KL Rahul and Devdutt Padikkal contributed with 35 and 44 runs respectively. The Indian team attempted to be aggressive early in the innings, but this led to early wickets, leaving the responsibility of scoring to Pant.
Despite some defensive play from the lower order, India managed to set a target of 372 runs, which, with the favorable conditions, appears secure.
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