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India faces Sri Lanka Cricket XI in practice match ahead of Test series

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 5:11 AM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

India faces Sri Lanka Cricket XI in practice match ahead of Test series
Summary

India begins its tour of Sri Lanka with a three-day warm-up match against a Sri Lanka Cricket XI at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground in Colombo. Sri Lanka won the toss and opted to bat first., India will be without captain Shubman Gill, who is sidelined due to an injury to his right ring finger, with KL Rahul taking over leadership duties. This match serves as a critical opportunity for India to prepare for the upcoming Test series, as they work to adjust to the local conditions. The first Test is scheduled to begin on August 15.

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  • •Match is taking place from August 7-9 in Colombo.
  • •Sri Lanka opted to bat first after winning the toss.
  • •Shubman Gill is unavailable due to injury; KL Rahul captains the team.
  • •Practice match allows India to assess uncapped players like Auqib Nabi.
  • •First Test begins on August 15 in Galle.
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  • 5:11 AMYahoo Sports — India vs Sri Lanka Cricket XI practice match: Scores, highlights and key performances ahead of IND vs SL Test series
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With Team India getting ready for their two-match Test Series in Sri Lanka, here's a look at the practice match between India and Sri Lanka

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