Manjrekar backs Padikkal for No. 3 after unbeaten 131 on Galle debut

Devdutt Padikkal scored an unbeaten 131 runs on the first day of play in Galle against Sri Lanka. His composed and attacking batting, particularly his back-foot play against spin, drew widespread appreciation. Former cricketer and commentator Sanjay Manjrekar praised Padikkal's technique, describing him as a formidable option. The knock has intensified the debate over who should occupy India's number three batting position, with Padikkal now a strong contender.