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India vs Sri Lanka Live Score, 1st Test, Day 4: Play to resume at Galle

India hold a 178-run lead over Sri Lanka after Day 3, with the tourists bundling the hosts out for 284 in response to their 462. Manav Suthar took four wickets and Devdutt Padikkal struck a brilliant 167 as the match approaches its conclusion.

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India dominate Sri Lanka after Padikkal's masterclass

Play has resumed on Day 4 of the first Test between India and Sri Lanka at the Galle International Stadium, with the visitors firmly in control. India, who posted a formidable 462 in their first innings — anchored by Devdutt Padikkal's magnificent 167 — bowled Sri Lanka out for 284 in reply, taking a commanding 178-run lead into the second innings.

The day's play on Thursday saw India's spin quartet share the wickets around, with left-arm spinner Manav Suthar impressing once again with figures of 4 for 62. He was ably supported by Ravindra Jadeja, who picked up three wickets, while Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj chipped in with a wicket apiece. Kuldeep Yadav also accounted for Kamindu Mendis.

Sri Lanka fight back but India remain in control

Sri Lanka's reply was in tatters at 90/5, but a defiant 146-run partnership between Niroshan Dickwella and Sonal Dinusha gave the hosts a glimmer of hope. Dickwella smashed 80 off just 67 balls, while Dinusha, making his debut, scored a fluent century of his own before being dismissed for 100. Their counter-attacking stand came to an end with the dismissal of Dickwella, and India's spinners quickly cleaned up the tail to enforce a follow-on, though the hosts avoided that ignominy.

In their second innings, India made a brisk start, reaching 24/0 before the close of play on Day 3, with Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma unbeaten on 12 and 8, respectively. The early finish was brought about by bad light, leaving India in a strong position to push for a win and take a 1-0 lead in the two-match series.

The second and final Test is scheduled to be played at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo from August 23 to 27.

Weather could play spoilsport

The weather is expected to be cloudy with a few showers in the evening, and the possibility of rain interrupting play cannot be ruled out. However, India will be confident of wrapping up a comprehensive victory, given their dominance in the match so far.

Play is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM local time, with the teams deciding to play an extra half-hour to make up for lost time.

How this outlet told it

The Indian Express as of Aug 18, 2026, 8:32 AM UTC

Framing: Headline leads with live-match India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Day 4, score and 178-run lead; body emphasizes India's dominance, Sri Lanka's fightback, and a rain-curtailed day. — Balance: although the tone notes India's 'valiant effort' at bowling and Sri Lanka's 'pickle', overall tone is factual and competitive.

Facts Included:

India bundled Sri Lanka out for 284 in their first innings at Galle
Manav Suthar took four wickets for India in the first innings
Ravindra Jadeja took three wickets in the first innings
Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj each took one wicket
Kuldeep Yadav took one wicket (Kamindu Mendis)
Sri Lanka were 90/5 before a 146-run partnership between Sonal Dinushan (80) and Niroshan Dickwella (80)
India reached 462 in their first innings, anchored by Devdutt Padikkal's 167
India's spin-led attack reduced Sri Lanka to 90/5
Sonal Dinushan went on to score a maiden Test century (100)
Day 3 ended early due to bad light with India holding a 178-run lead
India lead the two-match series 1-0 after winning the first Test by 165 runs
Second Test scheduled at Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo from August 23 to 27
Squads named for the second Test were published in the article

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Claim	Confidence	Status
ClaimIndia bundled Sri Lanka out for 284 in their first innings at Galle.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets) via The Indian Express as of Aug 18, 2026, 8:32 AM UTC, The Times of India as of Aug 22, 2026, 6:17 PM UTC
ClaimManav Suthar took four wickets for India in the first innings.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Indian Express as of Aug 18, 2026, 8:32 AM UTC
ClaimRavindra Jadeja took three wickets in the first innings.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Indian Express as of Aug 18, 2026, 8:32 AM UTC
ClaimPrasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj each took one wicket in the first innings.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Indian Express as of Aug 18, 2026, 8:32 AM UTC
ClaimKuldeep Yadav took one wicket in the first innings, dismissing Kamindu Mendis.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Indian Express as of Aug 18, 2026, 8:32 AM UTC
ClaimSri Lanka were reduced to 90/5 before a 146-run partnership between Sonal Dinusha and Niroshan Dickwella.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Indian Express as of Aug 18, 2026, 8:32 AM UTC
ClaimSonal Dinusha scored 80 and Niroshan Dickwella scored 80 in their partnership.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Indian Express as of Aug 18, 2026, 8:32 AM UTC
ClaimIndia reached 462 in their first innings, anchored by Devdutt Padikkal's 167.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets) via The Indian Express as of Aug 18, 2026, 8:32 AM UTC, The Times of India as of Aug 22, 2026, 6:17 PM UTC
ClaimIndia's spin-led attack reduced Sri Lanka to 90/5.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Indian Express as of Aug 18, 2026, 8:32 AM UTC
ClaimSonal Dinusha scored a maiden Test century (100).	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Indian Express as of Aug 18, 2026, 8:32 AM UTC
ClaimDay 3 ended early due to bad light with India holding a 178-run lead.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via The Indian Express as of Aug 18, 2026, 8:32 AM UTC
ClaimIndia lead the two-match series 1-0 after winning the first Test by 165 runs.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Times of India as of Aug 22, 2026, 6:17 PM UTC
ClaimThe second Test is scheduled at Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo from August 23 to 27.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Times of India as of Aug 22, 2026, 6:17 PM UTC
ClaimIndia scored 193 in their second innings, setting Sri Lanka 372 to win.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Times of India as of Aug 22, 2026, 6:17 PM UTC
ClaimSri Lanka were dismissed for 206 in their chase.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Times of India as of Aug 22, 2026, 6:17 PM UTC
ClaimManav Suthar claimed 10 wickets in the match.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Times of India as of Aug 22, 2026, 6:17 PM UTC
ClaimDevdutt Padikkal's 167 was a maiden Test century.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Times of India as of Aug 22, 2026, 6:17 PM UTC
ClaimColombo is expected to experience mostly cloudy conditions with intermittent showers, with temperatures around 30-31°C and high humidity.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via The Times of India as of Aug 22, 2026, 6:17 PM UTC

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