India win the 1st Test by 165 runs
India have taken a 1-0 lead in the series, beating Sri Lanka by 165 runs in the 1st Test at the Galle International Stadium. The result came on Day 5, with India needing six wickets overnight and Sri Lanka needing 288 runs to complete an unlikely chase.
Final scores
- India: 462 & 193
- Sri Lanka: 284 & 206
- Result: India won by 165 runs
Manav Suthar's maiden 10-wicket match haul
Manav Suthar was the standout performer of the final day, completing his first Test 10-wicket match haul as India wrapped up Sri Lanka's second innings well short of the target. It is the defining individual performance of the match.
Sri Lanka had resumed the final day at 84/4, still needing 288 with six wickets in hand -- a long shot that never materialised as India's bowling attack cleaned up the tail.
What this means for the series
India lead the two-match series 1-0 heading into the decider.
- 2nd Test: 23-27 August 2026
- Venue: SSC Ground, Colombo
A draw or a win at Colombo secures the series for India. Sri Lanka must win to level it -- there is no margin left for anything else.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test?
India, by 165 runs. Final scores: India 462 and 193, Sri Lanka 284 and 206.
Who took the most wickets for India in the 1st Test?
Manav Suthar, who completed a maiden 10-wicket match haul -- the standout bowling performance of the game.
What is the series score after the 1st Test?
India lead 1-0 in the two-match series.
When and where is the 2nd Test?
23 to 27 August 2026, at the SSC Ground in Colombo.
Can Sri Lanka still win the series?
Only by winning the 2nd Test outright. A draw or an India win at Colombo hands India the series.