India, Aug. 16 -- The opening Test match between India and Sri Lanka has faced frustrating delays on Day 2, with morning showers completely washing out the opening session at the Galle International Stadium. As ground staff work diligently to clear the covers, all eyes are on the skies to see if play can finally resume. Early lunch has been taken.

Before the inclement weather forced the players off the field, India had assumed total control of the innings on day 1. The exact score stands at 288/2 after 73.0 overs. Devdutt Padikkal anchored the visitors' innings with a magnificent maiden Test century and is currently unbeaten on 131. He is joined by Rishabh Pant, who is playing briskly on 27 not out. The two batters have built a solid 52-...