IND vs SL: Rishabh Pant sizzles in Kohli's landmark 100th Test
The HinduThe fall of the openers relatively early in the day, and the sumptuousness of Virat Kohli’s strokes as he sized up a tepid attack in excellent batting conditions all whetted the appetite for a special innings from the India No. 4 on a special day – it was the first day of his 100th Test match – but the day’s play at the PCA Stadium here instead turned out to be one of premature endings. Sri Lanka’s disciplined performance with the ball disallowed the top order from running away with the contest until Rishabh Pant gave India the upper hand, punishing a tired attack in the final session of day one. READ: Kohli 'immensely proud' of legacy as India captain ahead of 100th Test Even though Kohli played some attractive drives, including one straight down the ground off Vishwa Fernando – perhaps the shot of the day – he wasn’t impeccable during his 76-minute stay at the crease. Embuldeniya, though, had been patiently plugging away, imparting flight on his deliveries and bowling full or on a good length; Kohli played back to one and paid the price for it, the ball turning past his hung bat and hitting the wicket.