Yuvraj (95), Ganguly (58), Uthappa (52) and Sehwag (46) run riot to crush the hapless Lankans and allow India to end their pre-World Cup campaign with a 2-1 triumph.
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It was a big-bang of a dream start thanks to Uthappa (70 in 41 balls) but India lost the plot in the middle and there was no miraculous bowling comeback to prevent the series becoming wide open at 2-1.
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Undaunted by the numerous injuries that have plagued his career of late, Sachin wants to add value to Team India by nurturing the new match winners and see it win more matches.
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The result a foregone conclusion, Atapattu's men claim both the batting and bowling honours to walk off with the psychological gains. Updates
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After three frustrating rain-ruined days, the Test, left with only academic interest, gets underway.
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The match fails to take off on the second day as well with overnight rains rendering the outfield wet and unfit to play.
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The forecast of a severe thunderstorm for the next four days has put a doubt on whether the match can start at all.
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The abandonment once again raises questions on the BCCI's rotational policy for allotment of venues as the metropolis generally receives rainfall this time of the year.
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'I do not want to think about that now (recall to the team). My immediate target is Tamil Nadu's opening Ranji Trophy match.'
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'The first 15 overs are the key to a positive result in a match. So, I am prepared to take this challenge and master my skills in the first 15 overs and stop conceding runs.'
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