India Sets Sri Lanka a 372-Run Target in Galle First Test
India set Sri Lanka a challenging target of 372 runs to win the first Test in Galle, following a strong first innings score of 462 and dismissing Sri Lanka for 284. In their second innings, India scored 193 runs, with Rishabh Pant contributing a quick 66 and becoming the fastest player to reach 100 sixes in Test cricket. Sri Lanka faces a record chase, as the highest successful fourth-innings chase at Galle is 344, and they have never scored 300 or more in the fourth innings at this ground.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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freepressjournal broke this story on 18 Aug, 09:20 am. Other outlets followed.
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