Devdutt Padikkal Hits Back-to-Back Test Centuries, Achieves Feat During IND vs SL Match at Colombo
Devdutt Padikkal has achieved a remarkable feat, smashing back-to-back Test centuries against Sri Lanka during the 2nd Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo on Sunday, August 23, 2026. The young Indian batsman reached his hundred to put India in a commanding position at 259/3, following his maiden ton in the series opener.
Colombo witnessed another masterclass from India's rising star, Devdutt Padikkal, as the left-handed batsman registered his second consecutive Test century on Sunday, August 23, 2026. The milestone arrived during the opening day's play of the 2nd Test against Sri Lanka at the iconic Sinhalese Sports Club, further solidifying India's strong position in the series.
Devdutt Padikkal Slams 2nd Test Ton
💯 in Galle
And HUNDRED 💯 again in Colombo🫡
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Padikkal, who turned 26 on July 7, 2026, reached his hundred off 168 deliveries, displaying remarkable composure and technique. His crucial knock has anchored the Indian innings after Shubman Gill, the captain, fell for 50. In the third session on Day 1, India reached 259/3 after 70 overs, with Padikkal unbeaten on 100 alongside Ravindra Jadeja, who was on 30.
A Series of Milestones
This century marks a significant achievement for Padikkal, coming hot on the heels of his maiden Test century in the 1st Test of the series, played at the Galle International Stadium from August 15, 2026. In that match, he scored an impressive 167 runs, reaching his first international hundred on India's Independence Day. His consistent performances at the crucial No. 3 position have drawn considerable praise, as he became only the second left-handed Indian batter in the 21st century to score a Test century from that spot.
India, having won the first Test by 165 runs, is looking to seal a dominant series victory in this fixture, which is a part of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle. The team won the toss and elected to bat first.
Padikkal's burgeoning Test career looks set for greater heights as he continues to impress with his prolific run-scoring. His back-to-back centuries underscore his emergence as a key player for India in the longest format of the game and provide a solid foundation for India in this pivotal series against Sri Lanka.
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