NewsAug 18, 2026
Dhruv Jurel leaves field with injury during Galle Test
Dhruv Jurel exits the Galle Test with an injury sustained while fielding at short leg during Sri Lanka's first innings.
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NewsAug 18, 2026
Dhruv Jurel discusses pitch conditions ahead of Galle Test resumption
Dhruv Jurel addressed India's strategy and pitch conditions as the Galle Test prepares to resume on day four.
NewsAug 18, 2026
Dickwella returns to Sri Lanka Test squad, Nuwantha gets maiden call-up
Sri Lanka face a daunting chase of 372 after India claimed four wickets on the fourth evening in Galle.
NewsAug 18, 2026
Sooriyabandara replaces Chandimal as concussion substitute on day four
Chandimal was forced off the field with a shoulder injury earlier in the day, with Sri Lanka Cricket confirming he was taken to the hospital for scans.
InsightAug 17, 2026
Will Kuldeep Yadav play the second Test in Colombo?
Kuldeep Yadav's selection for Colombo depends on pitch conditions as India consider spin combination changes after Galle.
NewsAug 17, 2026
Rain delays India's push in Galle Test
India reached 460 for nine on day two in Galle, but rain and Sri Lanka's fightback on day three have delayed proceedings.
NewsAug 16, 2026
India reach 460 for nine on rain-affected day two in Galle
India reached 460 for nine on day two in Galle as Devdutt Padikkal converted his overnight century into 167.
NewsAug 16, 2026
India reach 288 for 2 on day one as Padikkal scores maiden Test century
Devdutt Padikkal remained unbeaten on 131 after reaching his hundred off 134 balls. KL Rahul retired hurt on 77 but is expected to be available on day two.
InsightAug 16, 2026
Sri Lanka recall Dickwella and hand Nuwantha maiden Test call-up for India series
Niroshan Dickwella returns to the Sri Lanka Test squad after a long absence. Offspinner Keshara Nuwantha earns his first call-up ahead of the series against India in Galle.
AnalysisAug 15, 2026
WV Raman urges India to give Rishabh Pant freedom to bat aggressively in Tests
WV Raman said Rishabh Pant must be allowed to bat aggressively in Test cricket rather than being asked to change his approach to a more conventional style.
PreviewAug 15, 2026
Ashwin urges India to give Sarfaraz clarity on future role
Ravichandran Ashwin said India should tell Sarfaraz Khan whether he is viewed as a sub-continent specialist so he can plan his career accordingly.
AnalysisAug 14, 2026
'He has got to go and play the way he knows to bat'
Raman urged selectors to give Pant freedom to play his aggressive brand of cricket rather than asking him to change his approach.
NewsAug 14, 2026
Morkel identifies KL Rahul as key resource for Sri Lanka Tests
Morkel expects Rahul to guide the batting unit with his prior experience on turning Sri Lankan pitches.
InsightAug 14, 2026
Gill says India need six or seven wins to reach WTC 2027 final
Gill set a clear target of six or seven wins from nine Tests as India begin their push for the WTC 2027 final against Sri Lanka.
RecordAug 14, 2026
600. India play their 600th men's Test against Sri Lanka in Galle
India reach their 600th Test milestone in Galle on Independence Day, having won 186 of 599 previous matches.
NewsAug 14, 2026
Shubman Gill leads India in 600th Test as WTC qualification window narrows
India play their 600th Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Independence Day. The team sits fifth in the World Test Championship table and needs consistent wins to reach the final.
NewsAug 14, 2026
Galle pitch offers gradual turn as India weigh three-spinner option
The Galle pitch is expected to offer gradual turn rather than sharp spin from day one, prompting India to consider three spinners.
NewsAug 14, 2026
Why is KL Rahul central to India's plans in Sri Lanka?
Morne Morkel says India will rely on KL Rahul's experience from the 2017 Sri Lanka tour to navigate conditions in Galle.
OpinionAug 14, 2026
Gary Kirsten backs Gautam Gambhir for ODI World Cup success
Gary Kirsten backed Gautam Gambhir to deliver another ICC title at the 2027 ODI World Cup based on his previous successes.
PreviewAug 13, 2026
Murali Kartik says Jurel should start ahead of Sarfaraz in Galle
Murali Kartik has backed Dhruv Jurel to keep his place at No.
NewsAug 13, 2026
Dhananjaya de Silva says Sri Lanka have upper hand against India in Galle
Dhananjaya de Silva believes Sri Lanka's experience on turning pitches at Galle gives them an advantage over India.
NewsAug 13, 2026
Chaminda Vaas says Shubman Gill will be key for India in Galle
Chaminda Vaas has backed Shubman Gill to be India's most important batter in the first Test at Galle.
NewsAug 13, 2026
KL Rahul wants to convert Test centuries into bigger scores
KL Rahul aims to extend his Test centuries beyond 100 as his conversion rate trails other top openers.
NewsAug 13, 2026
Amit Mishra defends Gautam Gambhir's position as India Test coach
Amit Mishra says Gautam Gambhir deserves more time as India Test coach amid recent struggles.
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