India vs Sri Lanka Test series 2026

Ravindra Jadeja Returns, Saransh Jain Earns Maiden Call-Up As India Announce 15-Member Squad For Sri Lanka Test Series

Sri Lanka announces free stadium entry for fans in India Test series

The two-match series begins on August 15 in Galle. The first Test will be played at the Galle International Stadium, while the second match is scheduled at the SSC in Colombo from August 23 to 27.

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Injured Sai Sudharsan ruled out of Sri Lanka Test series

Sai Sudharsan's injury is the latest blow to India after Jasprit Bumrah was ruled out of the series last week

Sri Lanka announce 16-member squad for India Test, Kusal Mendis ruled out

Sri Lanka Cricket has revealed its lineup for the forthcoming Test series against India. Niroshan Dickwella makes his return to the Test squad following injury recovery. Dhananjaya de Silva will lead the team, with Kamindu Mendis serving as vice-captain. The squad boasts three specialist spin bowlers alongside a formidable pace unit. This series forms an essential part of the ICC World Test Championship cycle.

De Silva on Dickwella selection: In Galle, 'player with the best glovework plays'

There are better batters who keep wicket, but no better keeper in Sri Lanka than Niroshan Dickwella, captain Dhananjaya de Silva says ahead of first Test against India

IND vs SL, 1st Test: Will Rain Play Spoilsport During Match In Galle? Check Out Weather Updates

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Gill: 'Extra time in preparation definitely helps'

"Most of the players in this team require a bit of time to be able to adjust to the conditions"

Lord's to Lahore: A look at India's milestone Tests before the 600th at Galle

The men-in-Blue, led by Shubman Gill, are set to become only the third team after England and Australia to reach the milestone, that too on the day when the nation is celebrating its 80th Independence Day from the colonial rule..

Scary moment in Galle: Madushka hit on helmet by KL Rahul sweep - WATCH

A scary moment unfolded during the first Test between India and Sri Lanka in Galle when Nishan Madushka was hit on the helmet by a KL Rahul sweep. The incident happened off the final delivery of Prabath Jayasuriya's over. Rahul went down low and played a well-timed sweep, but Madushka, stationed at short leg, was directly in the path of the shot.

Bizzare Scenes! Yashasvi Jaiswal RUN OUT After Terrible Mix Up With KL Rahul During IND Vs SL 1st Test | VIDEO

Devdutt Padikkal joins Virat Kohli in elite club after historic ton vs Sri Lanka

On Independence Day, Devdutt Padikkal made history by becoming the second Indian and the first to score an international Test century on August 15. His remarkable innings had him finishing Day 1 undefeated at 131 runs, solidifying his place at number three in the batting order. This impressive achievement marks the end of India's long wait for a Test century from that position.

Padikkal or Sudharsan? Manjrekar makes No. 3 call: 'He looks formidable'

On the first day in Galle, Devdutt Padikkal shone brightly, scoring an unbeaten 131 runs. His technique against Sri Lanka's spinners garnered high praise from Sanjay Manjrekar, who noted Padikkal's impressive back-foot play and attacking style. This stellar performance strengthens his candidacy for the number three batting slot and marks a notable milestone in the young Indian cricketer's career.

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‘Going to go back to bed now’: Padikkal after career-best 167 in Galle Test

Devdutt Padikkal smashed his maiden Test century, converting his overnight 131 into a career-best 167 against Sri Lanka in Galle. The left-hander credited two years of hard work, clear plans against spin and confident footwork for his breakthrough. Padikkal also stressed staying focused after reaching 100, helping India reach a strong 460/9.

Rain could play spoilsport as India’s dominance faces weather hurdle in Galle

The third day of the Test match between India and Sri Lanka is marred by significant rain interruptions, complicating the game. India is currently in a strong position, thanks to Devdutt Padikkal's impressive score of 167 runs. The team aims to boost their score before the bowling unit takes the stage.

Ravindra Jadeja Joins Elite 4-Player Club After Heroics In IND Vs SL 1st Test

Jadeja scripts history with 350th wicket, joins Kapil, Botham, Vettori in elite club

Ravindra Jadeja achieved a significant career milestone in Test cricket. He became the fourth player ever to score 4,000 runs and take 350 wickets. This remarkable feat was accomplished during the first Test against Sri Lanka. Jadeja joins an elite group of all-rounders with this achievement. His efficiency is highlighted by reaching this landmark in under 100 matches.

Suthar, Jadeja share seven to hand India 178-run lead despite Dinusha 100

Dinusha and Dickwella added 146 after SL were 90 for 5 in response to India's first-innings total of 462

Suthar and Jadeja's first date at Galle: Past continuous, future perfect

Ravindra Jadeja's relentless consistency and Suthar's wrist and finger magic combined to give India a glimpse of a potent left-arm spin partnership in Galle. With seven wickets between them, the duo offered India a template that bridges the present and the future.

74% big-turn deliveries: Manav Suthar out-turns Jadeja, Kuldeep in Galle

Manav Suthar played an important role in keeping the Sri Lankan batters under pressure. He also produced the highest percentage of deliveries with a large turn in the match so far. As many as 74% of his deliveries turned more than 4.5 degrees, the best among all the spinners. Suthar returned figures of 4/76 as India bowled Sri Lanka out for 284 after posting 462 in their first innings at the Galle International Stadium.

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Pant scripts history, leapfrogs Gill to become India’s top WTC run-scorer

In a remarkable feat, Rishabh Pant has now taken the lead in India's World Test Championship run charts, overtaking Shubman Gill following his impressive performance in Galle. Pant's milestone of achieving 100 Test sixes marks a historic moment for Indian cricket. Following him in the standings are Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja, while Joe Root continues to hold the overall lead in World Test Championship runs.

Ugly scenes! Jaiswal, Fernando clash after heated send-off in Colombo - Watch

Emotions ran high as Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando clashed following the dismissal of the Indian opener. Fernando's exuberant celebration sparked a fiery exchange, necessitating the intervention of the Sri Lankan captain to defuse the situation. By the end of the morning session, India found themselves at 88/2 after winning the toss, maintaining a lead of 1-0 in the two-match Test series following their previous win.

Jadeja becomes first Indian to play 50 WTC matches

Gill falls after 50, India 187/3 at tea vs Sri Lanka

Rishabh Pant Injury Scare: India Star Retires Hurt After Lahiru Kumara Blow

Injury scare! Rishabh Pant hit on wrist, walks off retired hurt

Rishabh Pant went for a pull shot but could only glove the ball. He immediately appeared to be in discomfort and held his wrist. The physio quickly came onto the field and applied an ice pack to Pant's wrist to prevent swelling. After a lengthy stoppage, tape was briefly applied to the wrist before being removed. The umpire also checked on Pant before the India batter eventually walked off the field retired hurt.

Dropped on 0 and 1, Devdutt Padikkal makes Sri Lanka pay with another century

Devdutt Padikkal, who was batting on 91, needed only a few deliveries to reach three figures. He hit Prabath Jayasuriya for two consecutive boundaries before taking a single to complete his century. The hundred is Padikkal's second century in Test cricket.

IND vs SL: Devdutt Padikkal, Shubman Gill and the trailer of a blockbuster

Devdutt Padikkal scored his second Test hundred, but it was his 120-run stand with India captain Shubman Gill that offered a trailer of a potential blockbuster in the making. India's No. 3 and No. 4 have only had three century partnerships since 2019, and this third instance in Colombo today is certainly not going to be the first and last involving the left-right pair.

India 300-5 after Padikkal's 2nd ton of series

IND Vs SL 2nd Test, Day 1: Padikkal Slams Another Century, Injury Scare For Pant As India Post 300/5 At Stumps

Padikkal century puts India ahead on hard-fought day

Gill struck 50 while Asitha Fernando was the most successful bowler for Sri Lanka, picking up three wickets

'Yashasvi Jaiswal shouldn't have gone so close': Team India coach on heated exchange

Yashasvi Jaiswal was batting well on 45 when Fernando dismissed him in the 17th over. The Sri Lankan pacer gave Jaiswal an animated send-off and appeared to exchange words with the batter. Jaiswal initially walked away but then turned back towards Fernando. The two players came close to each other and exchanged more words, with their helmets almost touching.

Rest, viral and not in India's XI for Colombo Test: Mysterious case of Kuldeep

Conflicting explanations from the Indian camp have added intrigue to Kuldeep Yadav's absence from the Colombo Test, with the chinaman missing out as India handed Saransh Jain a debut. Kuldeep did travel with the team and was also spotted in the dugout alongside Sarfaraz Khan. The official word from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) remains "viral illness".

Will Rishabh Pant bat on day 2 of Sri Lanka Test? India coach answers

Pant retired hurt after being hit on his left arm during the opening day of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo on Sunday.

Pant breaks another record in Colombo, surpasses Gilchrist in six-hitting feat

In a phenomenal display of skill, Rishabh Pant has outshone Adam Gilchrist's Test six record, achieving an impressive 102 sixes over just 52 matches, positioning him third globally. Additionally, he has set a new benchmark as India's highest run-scorer among wicketkeepers in away Tests, surpassing MS Dhoni's previous record. Furthermore, Pant leads India in the World Test Championship run-scorer tally.

Yashasvi Jaiswal Pulls Off Stunner To Send Lahiru Udara Packing; Celebrates Wildly After ICC Fine In IND Vs SL 2nd Test | VIDEO

WATCH: Rishabh Pant Predicts Pasindu Sooriyabandara’s Move Before Lightning-Fast Stumping

IND Vs SL 2nd Test: Sri Lanka Lead By 16 Runs After Follow On, India On Cusp Of 2-0 Whitewash

2nd Test: Rain delays India’s impending series victory over Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka ended day four of the second Test at 229 for six after India’s bowlers struck late. Pasindu Sooriyabandara and Kamindu Mendis led the fightback with a 115-run stand, while Sonal Dinusha scored 103 earlier. India’s late wickets put them in control, but rain and bad light halted play, leaving Sri Lanka fighting to avoid defeat on day five.

India vs Sri Lanka: A hold, the choke and then the frustrating close

India endured a frustrating day in Colombo, allowing Sri Lanka's Pasindu Sooriyabandara and Kamindu Mendis to dictate terms before three late wickets gave the visitors a foothold. With rain cutting the day short, Sonal Dinusha remains the last major hurdle between India and a series clean sweep.

Free hits in Tests can fix no-ball issue: India coach

"I am no guardian of the rules but if a free-hit comes, obviously, no-balls will definitely be reduced. No team would want to bowl those no-balls and give that extra ball and give those extra runs," said Bahutule after the fourth day's play on Wednesday.

Rishabh Pant Shares Picture Of Bruised Shoulder After Sri Lanka Test, Calls It 'A Little Souvenir'

Laxman Sivaramakrishnan Questions NCA Over India's 'Poor' Spin Bowling After 2nd Sri Lanka Test Ends In A Draw

'No Such Decision': BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia Dismisses India Vs Sri Lanka Venue Shift Reports