Dhruv Jurel delivered one of India’s most important innings on Day 2 of the Colombo Test. The wicketkeeper-batter remained unbeaten on 115 as India declared at 503/9 against Sri Lanka. He walked in with India already in a strong position but still had plenty of work to do. Jurel joined Rishabh Pant for a crucial 112-run partnership for the seventh wicket. Pant made 63 before falling shortly after lunch. Jurel then continued to hold the innings together with the lower order. He reached 95 before rain interrupted play and made him wait for his century. After the break, he stayed patient before taking a single to complete his second Test hundred. He finished with nine fours and two sixes from 177 balls.

The century quickly became a talking point on X, with fans praising Jurel’s calm approach and patience. Many also highlighted the way he handled the long wait at 99. His celebration after reaching three figures received plenty of attention too. Several posts praised the young batter for making the most of his opportunity in the Test side. Jurel’s effort helped India post 503/9 before declaring. Sri Lanka then slipped to 8/2 before bad light ended play. The hosts still trail India by 495 runs, leaving the visitors firmly in control of the Test.

India declare at 503/9 as Dhruv Jurel’s century puts Sri Lanka under pressure in second Test in Colombo

India produced a strong batting performance and declared at 503/9 on Day 2 of the second Test against Sri Lanka. The visitors resumed on 300/5 and had plenty of time to build a big first-innings total. Rishabh Pant returned to the crease after retiring hurt on Day 1 and quickly settled in. He scored a valuable 63 before falling shortly after lunch. Pant and Dhruv Jurel added 112 runs for the seventh wicket. Jurel then took charge and kept the innings moving with the lower order. He reached his second Test century and finished unbeaten on 115. His knock came from 177 balls and included nine fours and two sixes.

Jurel received useful support from the lower order as India pushed towards 500. Manav Suthar also spent time at the crease before falling for 6. Mohammed Siraj and the other tailenders helped India use up valuable overs. After Jurel reached his hundred, India lost another wicket but continued pushing for a big lead. The visitors eventually declared at 503/9 after batting for 138 overs. Asitha Fernando was Sri Lanka’s most successful bowler with four wickets. India then needed only three overs to make an impact with the ball. Prasidh Krishna dismissed Lahiru Udara before Manav Suthar removed Prabath Jayasuriya. Sri Lanka ended the day at 8/2, still 495 runs behind India.