# Padikkal’s Century: India’s New Test Anchor

URL: https://technosports.co.in/padikkals-century-indias-new-test-anchor/  
Published: 2026-08-09  
Updated: 2026-08-09  
Author: Raunak Saha

Devdutt Padikkal ignited India’s Colombo warm-up with a blistering 103 off 121 balls. Surviving a late scare, the left-hander dominated the SLC XI attack, shifting India from survival mode to total control. While India still trails by 183 runs, Padikkal’s masterclass proves he’s ready for the high-stakes Test arena. Can he lock his spot? The selectors are definitely watching this rising star.