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Pant's 100th six and Suthar's double strike bring India close to Galle win
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 19 Aug 2026, 09:42 AM
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Rishabh Pant hit his 100th six of his career while Manav Suthar claimed two wickets, pushing India to the brink of victory at Galle.
Rishabh Pant celebrated a personal milestone by striking his 100th six in international cricket during India's chase at Galle. The powerful blow came at a crucial stage, adding momentum to the innings.
Manav Suthar followed with a double strike, dismissing two opposition batsmen in quick succession. His breakthrough further tightened the grip of the Indian side on the match.
Combined, Pant's aggressive stroke and Suthar's wickets have placed India on the verge of clinching the game, with only a handful of runs or wickets remaining before a Galle victory is secured.
The partnership between the bat and ball highlights India's balanced performance as they edge closer to a win on foreign soil.
Manav Suthar followed with a double strike, dismissing two opposition batsmen in quick succession. His breakthrough further tightened the grip of the Indian side on the match.
Combined, Pant's aggressive stroke and Suthar's wickets have placed India on the verge of clinching the game, with only a handful of runs or wickets remaining before a Galle victory is secured.
The partnership between the bat and ball highlights India's balanced performance as they edge closer to a win on foreign soil.