Shubman Gill discusses team injuries ahead of first Test in Galle
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 5:23 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
India captain Shubman Gill will lead his squad in the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle starting on August 15. Gill confirmed that Jasprit Bumrah and Sai Sudharsan are ruled out due to injuries, with Babrah sidelined by a knee issue and Sudharsan missing due to a toe niggle. The captain expressed disappointment but emphasized the importance of careful monitoring for the injured players and maintained confidence in the squad's depth despite the setbacks. The absence of these players has not significantly impacted the team's morale, according to Gill, who highlighted the opportunities available in Test cricket. The second Test is scheduled for August 23-27 at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo.
- •India's first Test against Sri Lanka starts on August 15 in Galle.
- •Jasprit Bumrah and Sai Sudharsan are sidelined due to injuries.
- •Gill emphasizes the importance of player fitness in Test matches.
- •The second Test will occur from August 23-27 in Colombo.
- •Gill remains confident in the team's bench strength.
- 5:23 PMYahoo Sports — 'We are in touch with them': Shubman Gill on Sai Sudharsan, Jasprit Bumrah's absence ahead of Galle Test
"India's captain Shubman Gill is set to lead his squad in the upcoming first Test, confident in his team's capabilities despite injuries sidelining Jasprit Bumrah and Sai Sudharsan for the series. Gill emphasized the importance of careful monitoring for the injured players, highlighting the significance of the five-day Test match format in safeguarding their health and fostering the bench strength's potential.
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