India etch new powerplay record in first T20I against Sri Lanka

India set a new record with a powerplay score of 74 runs against Sri Lanka in the 1st T20I at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 40 off 21 balls, and Shubman Gill added 34 off 16. The duo’s aggressive batting led India to 51 runs in just four overs. Despite Sri Lanka’s efforts, their bowlers struggled. India reached 100-2 in 8.4 overs.