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Sri Lanka offers free tickets for India Test series at Galle

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 7:33 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Sri Lanka offers free tickets for India Test series at Galle

Summary

Sri Lanka Cricket has announced that the upcoming Test series against India will feature free entry for fans. The first Test is scheduled to start on August 15 at Galle International Stadium, with a second Test set for Colombo from August 23 to 27. This initiative aims to encourage attendance and participation in cricket among local youth and families. India currently leads the ICC World Test Championship standings, while Sri Lanka is positioned sixth. The series follows India's successful tour in 2017, where they won all three matches.

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By the Numbers

•First Test starts August 15 at Galle International Stadium.
•Second Test scheduled for August 23-27 in Colombo.
•Sri Lanka Cricket aims to promote the sport through free entry.
•India leads ICC World Test Championship standings.
•Previous series in 2017 saw India sweep 3-0.

Latest Updates

7:33 PMYahoo Sports — No tickets required: Sri Lanka announces free stadium entry for fans in India Test series
2:59 PMYahoo Sports — India vs Sri Lanka Test series: How to get free match tickets for 1st Test in Galle

What they're saying

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The two-match series begins on August 15 in Galle. The first Test will be played at the Galle International Stadium, while the second match is scheduled at the SSC in Colombo from August 23 to 27.
— Yahoo Sports