The first test between India and Sri Lanka began at Ahmedabad today. India won the toss and chose to bat first.
The top order collapsed with Gambhir (1) and Sehwag (16) returning back to the pavillion within 7 overs. Both their wickets were taken by Chanaka Welegedara.
Even Sachin Tendulkar (4) fell for the bowling attack of Welegedara.
The ‘Wall of Indian Team’ Rahul Dravid stood till the end of the first day scoring 177 runs with 26 fours and 1 six. Laxman was bowled by Dammika Prasad and Yuvraj (68) tried helping Dravid but was caught by Dilshan.
Indian skipper completed his 2nd test century with 110 runs when he was bowled by Prasad and caught by Jayawardene.
At the end of day one, India stood at 385/6 with Harbhajan Singh (2 not out) and Rahul Dravid (177 not out) at the crease.
