Cricket fans flooded social media with praise after Sai Sudharsan continued his outstanding red-ball form with a magnificent century for India A on Day 2 of the second unofficial Test against Sri Lanka A at the Galle International Stadium. Chasing Sri Lanka A’s first-innings total of 366, India A responded in commanding fashion as Sudharsan produced a marathon knock that laid the foundation for the visitors to take the lead, with Dhruv Jurel further tightening India’s grip on the contest.

Sai Sudharsan dazzles with a magnificent 168 against Sri Lanka A

After India A lost opener Aman Mokhade for 37, Sudharsan walked to the crease and looked in complete control from the outset. The stylish left-hander combined elegant strokeplay with tremendous patience, rotating the strike smartly while punishing every loose delivery. He brought up his half-century before converting it into another memorable century, frustrating the Sri Lankan bowlers throughout the day.

Sudharsan continued to dominate even after reaching three figures, displaying remarkable composure against both pace and spin. His brilliant innings eventually came to an end for 168 when left-arm spinner Dilum Sudeera finally broke the marathon knock, ending one of the finest innings of the unofficial Test series.

The left-hander’s knock was packed with classy drives, authoritative cuts and excellent game awareness, drawing widespread appreciation from fans, many of whom hailed him as one of India’s brightest red-ball prospects. He also shared a massive partnership with Devdutt Padikkal, who narrowly missed out on a century after being dismissed for 94, helping India A completely wrestle the momentum away from the hosts.

India A assert complete dominance over Sri Lanka A

Earlier in the day, India A wrapped up Sri Lanka A’s first innings for 366 after the hosts resumed on their overnight score of 288/5. Captain Sahan Arachchige fought valiantly with 127, but Gurnoor Brar and Saransh Jain shared eight wickets between them to prevent Sri Lanka A from extending their advantage.

India A then produced a superb batting display. Mokhade gave the visitors a brisk start before Sudharsan and Padikkal took complete control with a marathon stand for the second wicket. Following Sudharsan’s dismissal, skipper Jurel continued the momentum and remained unbeaten on 43 at the time of writing.

At 378/3 in 96 overs, India A have already taken a 12-run first-innings lead, putting themselves in a commanding position heading into the remainder of the contest. With Jurel still at the crease and plenty of batting depth remaining, the visitors will now look to build a substantial lead and push Sri Lanka A completely out of the game.

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Here’s how fans reacted:

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– Back-to-back tons for Sai Sudharsan 🏏#SaiSudharsan #INDvSL #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/paNudZJQaM

— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) July 4, 2026

– Hundred in 1st Unofficial Test.
– Hundred in 2nd Unofficial Test.

SAI SUDHARSAN – The Hero of India A, he has sealed the Number 3 spot for the Sri Lanka series, remarkable consistency for India A in this tour. 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/gPWxBZrz75

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 3, 2026

Back-to-back centuries in both Unofficial Tests—Sai Sudharsan is proving to be an absolute class act for India A. 🏏

That No. 3 spot for the Sri Lanka series should be locked in.

Remarkable consistency and maturity from the youngster! 🇮🇳🔥 pic.twitter.com/37S8WkqEgd

— Hemant Bhavsar (@hemantbhavsar86) July 3, 2026

Hundred In 165 Balls Vs Sri Lanka A
A Proven Red Ball Player For India#SaiSudharsan #ShubmanGill pic.twitter.com/0eTi3cJmuF

— 𝗦𝗚🐐 (@harrryp33) July 3, 2026

– Hundred in the 1st unofficial Test vs Sri Lanka A.
– Hundred in the 2nd unofficial Test vs Sri Lanka A.

Back-to-back hundreds for Sai Sudharsan in the Unofficial Test series against Sri Lanka A. 🔥🏏

Consistent Sai Sudharsan for a reason! 👏

Great news for Team India 🇮🇳🌟 pic.twitter.com/sIInUZcEZD

— Saabir Zafar (@Saabir_Saabu01) July 3, 2026

100* FROM 169 BALLS FOR SAI SUDARSHAN. 🇮🇳

– Hundred in 1st Unofficial Test.
– Hundred in 2nd Unofficial Test.

2 Consecutive hundreds for Sai Sudarshan vs Sri Lanka A in Unofficial Test Series. pic.twitter.com/AC8IqwXQba

— Maina Singh (@Maina_Singhx77) July 3, 2026

– Hundred in 1st Unofficial Test.
– Hundred in 2nd Unofficial Test.

Sai Sudharsan has been phenomenal in this series against Sri Lanka A, he’s giving statement with his performance – INCREDIBLE, SAI SUDARSHAN. 🫡 pic.twitter.com/MFjieBGelx

— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) July 3, 2026

🚨 SAI SUDHARSAN IS KNOCKING THE DOOR DOWN! 🇮🇳

-Hundred in the 1st Unofficial Test.
– Hundred in the 2nd Unofficial Test.

Back-to-back centuries for Sai Sudharsan! A sensational India A tour that has firmly strengthened his case for India’s No. 3 spot in the upcoming SL Test. pic.twitter.com/K1RzOIGwd3

— Gaurav Patel (@Newssports2_0) July 3, 2026

Sai Sudharsan once again cracks a 100 on tour for India ‘A vs Sri Lanka’ A’

SL vs India ‘A’ team Four Day game is currently played at Galle. #SLvsIND #Galle pic.twitter.com/M9hsQt3Hsk

— Prasanna Rodrigo (@Prasanrod) July 3, 2026

Sai Sudharsan – 104 (184)*
Devdutt Padikkal – 94 (151)*

A big positive for Team India. Both batters are in excellent touch in Sri Lanka ahead of a crucial Test season. 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/Hnssy5bEip

— Sandeep Yadav (@Kohliitak) July 3, 2026

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