Sri Lanka vs India 2017: 1st Test Day 3, 5 talking points

Modified Jul 28, 2017 19:59 IST

Kohli compiled a fine half-century to build on India's lead

#2 Rain halts India's progress

Rain threatened to halt India's juggernaut at the Galle — Rain threatened to halt India's juggernaut at Galle

The rain gods decided to save Sri Lanka as India's progress was halted by intermittent showers. The weather altered between bright and overcast as Virat Kohli and co. looked on, a tad worried. India had opted to bat again despite having the option of enforcing the follow-on, fearing batting on a final day wicket against Herath and Perera.

If rain persists for the next two days, Lanka might just get away with a draw.