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Dhananjaya de Silva backs Niroshan Dickwella for wicketkeeping role against India

ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 9:47 AM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Dhananjaya de Silva backs Niroshan Dickwella for wicketkeeping role against India
Summary

Ahead of the first Test against India in Galle, Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva emphasized that Niroshan Dickwella is the best wicketkeeper in the country, despite the presence of better batters who can also keep wickets. De Silva's statement indicates a clear preference for Dickwella's glovework as integral to the team's strategy. The selection decision comes as both teams prepare for the match set to begin shortly.

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  • •Dhananjaya de Silva highlights Dickwella's glovework superiority.
  • •The first Test against India is set to take place in Galle.
  • •Dickwella's role as wicketkeeper is a critical part of team strategy.
  • •De Silva acknowledges the presence of better batters.
  • •The match is anticipated to start shortly.
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  • 9:47 AMESPNcricinfo — De Silva on Dickwella selection: In Galle, 'player with the best glovework plays'
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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

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