After a nine‑year gap, India will play a full two‑Test series in Sri Lanka this August, marking a crucial chapter in the World Test Championship 2025‑27 cycle.
The series begins on August 15 at Galle International Stadium and continues with the second Test at Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo, from August 23–27. Both matches start at 10 am local time under natural light.
India’s squad, announced by chief selector Ajit Agarkar, sees the return of Ravindra Jadeja after injury, while Jasprit Bumrah awaits fitness clearance. Shubman Gill captains the side with KL Rahul as vice‑captain. The 15‑member squad includes Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rishabh Pant, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, and newcomers Manav Suthar and Saransh Jain.
Sri Lanka are yet to confirm their squad, but captain Dhananjaya de Silva and deputy Kamindu Mendis are expected to lead a side built around spin and home advantage.
The series carries symbolic weight: India last toured Sri Lanka for Tests in 2017, winning 3‑0 under Virat Kohli. Since 2008, India have remained unbeaten in bilateral Test series on Sri Lankan soil. Sri Lanka will look to end that streak and gain vital WTC points.
Fans can catch the action live on Star Sports TV and stream on JioHotstar, with commentary in English, Hindi, and regional languages.
With both sides desperate for points and history on the line, the India‑Sri Lanka Test Series 2026 promises a gripping contest.
