India claim series lead with dominant victory in 600th Test

India made a winning start to their Test series in Sri Lanka, claiming a decisive 165-run victory at Galle in their 600th Test match. The visitors' superior bowling performance, anchored by Manav Suthar's exceptional 10-wicket haul, proved too much for the home side to overcome.

Suthar's match-winning display demonstrated India's bowling depth in subcontinental conditions, where the off-spinner's ability to extract turn and maintain control proved instrumental in dismantling Sri Lanka's batting lineup across both innings.

The victory gives India a 1-0 series lead heading into the second and final Test. The result underscores India's continued dominance in away series on the subcontinent and sets a strong foundation for consolidating their advantage in the remainder of the tour.

The historic milestone of India's 600th Test match was marked with a commanding performance, reflecting the team's preparations and execution against a determined but ultimately outplayed Sri Lankan side. The hosts will look to regroup and mount a response in the upcoming fixture to level the series.