India finished the first day of the opening Test against Sri Lanka at the Galle International Stadium in a dominant position, reaching 288-2 by stumps on Saturday, August 15. After winning the toss and choosing to bat, the visitors saw openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul put up 47 runs. Jaiswal was eventually run out for 32 off 37 balls following a mix-up with Rahul. Devdutt Padikkal, making his return to the side for the first time since November 2024, anchored the innings with an unbeaten 131 off 178 balls, including 12 fours and a six. KL Rahul contributed 77 off 162 balls with nine fours and a six before retiring hurt due to cramps. Captain Shubman Gill fell for 16, while Rishabh Pant remained at the crease on 27* off 36 balls when play concluded.
The match was hampered by rain and a wet outfield throughout the opening day, leaving fans and players concerned about the forecast for Sunday, August 16. According to AccuWeather, conditions are expected to be mostly cloudy and humid for Day 2. Morning play faces a significant threat, with a 73 percent probability of precipitation, 88 percent cloud cover, and 81 percent humidity. As the match moves into the afternoon, the temperature is anticipated to reach the early 30s with a 25 percent chance of rain and 63 percent cloud cover.
Evening conditions in Galle are expected to remain humid and cloudy, with the temperature dropping slightly to 28 degrees Celsius. The probability of precipitation remains at 25 percent during the final phase of the day, with cloud cover likely to be as high as 95 percent and humidity at 84 percent.
