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Shubman Gill Ready for Sri Lanka Test? Coach Gives Major Fitness Update

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — India captain Shubman Gill is “very much ready” for the opening Test against Sri Lanka, spin-bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule said after the skipper returned to action during the final day of India’s warm-up match against Sri Lanka Cricket XI. Gill had missed the opening two days after taking a blow to his finger during training but returned with a 44-run knock as India successfully chased 207.

India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test: Galle Pitch, Weather and Expected XI

GALLE, Sri Lanka — India and Sri Lanka are set to begin their two-match Test series on August 15, 2026, at the Galle International Cricket Stadium, with the opening match scheduled through August 19. The series forms part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025–27 cycle and will test both teams in conditions expected to increasingly favour spin as the match progresses.

Sarfaraz Khan Replaces Sai Sudharsan for Sri Lanka Tests

NEW DELHI, India — Sarfaraz Khan has been named as Sai Sudharsan’s replacement in India’s squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka after Sudharsan was ruled out with a right toe stress reaction. The first Test is scheduled to begin on August 15 in Galle, with the second Test set to be played from August 23 at the SSC in Colombo.

Afghanistan Beat Ireland by 92 Runs as Rashid Takes Six

BREDA, Ireland — Afghanistan moved ahead in the five-match ODI series after defeating Ireland by 92 runs in the second ODI on Friday, August 8. Ibrahim Zadran’s 84 helped Afghanistan post 299 for 8 in a rain-shortened 47-over contest before Rashid Khan produced a six-wicket haul to bowl Ireland out for 207 in 33.4 overs.