Beginning Day 2 at 300 for 5, India faced an early challenge when debutant Saransh Jain was dismissed for just six runs by Asitha Fernando. However, Rishabh Pant joined Jurel at the crease, and together they shifted the momentum decisively in favor of the visitors. The pair forged a vital 112-run partnership for the seventh wicket, which significantly bolstered India's total. By the time they reached lunch, India had advanced to 419 for 6, firmly establishing their dominance in the match.
Pant's aggressive innings of 63 runs off 89 balls, featuring six boundaries and two sixes, came to an end, bringing Manav Suthar to the pitch. Suthar contributed 18 runs before falling to Prabath Jayasuriya. Throughout this period, Jurel remained the anchor of the innings, skillfully navigating the challenges posed by the Sri Lankan bowlers.
Weather Disrupts Play
The afternoon session was marred by intermittent rain, which led to multiple interruptions and an early Tea break. At the time of the stoppage, India was at 475 for 8, with Jurel on the brink of his century at 95 runs. Once play resumed, Jurel faced a moment of tension when a run-out opportunity arose while he was on 99. However, he maintained his composure, ultimately reaching the milestone and finishing the innings with an impressive 115 runs, including nine fours and two sixes. His performance was pivotal in allowing captain Shubman Gill to declare at 503 for 9.
Asitha Fernando emerged as Sri Lanka's leading bowler, claiming four wickets, while Prabath Jayasuriya added two to his tally. In response, Sri Lanka's innings began poorly, losing two wickets in just three overs. Kamil Mishara remained not out on five runs at the close of play, while nightwatchman Jayasuriya was dismissed for two by Manav Suthar, who secured his first wicket of the innings. Prasidh Krishna had earlier struck, removing Lahiru Udara, leaving Sri Lanka in a precarious position as they ended the day at 8 for 2, facing a daunting challenge on Day 3.
