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India cricket team departs for Sri Lanka Test series on August 4

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 5:13 AM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

India cricket team departs for Sri Lanka Test series on August 4

Summary

The Indian cricket team is scheduled to depart for Sri Lanka on the evening of August 4, 2026, for a two-Test series. Players, including KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal, are training in Mumbai ahead of the tour and focusing on spin bowling. A practice match is set to take place in Colombo starting August 7. The first Test will be held in Galle from August 15 to 19, followed by the second match in Colombo from August 23 to 27.

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By the Numbers

•India's Test squad boards a charter flight to Colombo
•KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal practice against spinners
•A 4-day practice match begins in Colombo on August 7
•First Test in Galle scheduled for August 15
•Sai Sudharsan's travel plans depend on fitness clearance

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5:13 AMYahoo Sports — IND vs SL Test series: Team India scheduled departure, travel details and players who are flying to Colombo

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Team India's scheduled departure and travel details for the Sri Lanka Test series. See the full list of players flying to Colombo for the preparation camp.
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