India and Sri Lanka Set for Two-Test Series in August 2026 World Test Championship
India and Sri Lanka will compete in a two-match Test series starting August 15, 2026, in Galle and Colombo as part of the 2025-2027 World Test Championship cycle. India, led by Shubman Gill, aims to improve its fifth-place standing despite injuries to key players like Jasprit Bumrah. Sri Lanka, captained by Dhananjaya de Silva, includes returning player Niroshan Dickwella and faces its own fitness challenges. The series is broadcast on Sony Sports Network and DD Sports, with free viewing available via DD Free Dish.
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httpswwwoutlookindiacom broke this story on 12 Aug, 02:08 pm. Other outlets followed.