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Sri Lankan spinner Prabath Jayasuriya poses threat to India in upcoming Tests

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 3:02 PM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Sri Lankan spinner Prabath Jayasuriya poses threat to India in upcoming Tests

Summary

India prepares to face Sri Lanka in a two-Test series beginning August 15. Former Sri Lankan all-rounder Farveez Mahroof cautioned Indian batters about spinner Prabath Jayasuriya, known as the 'King of Galle.' Jayasuriya has taken 81 wickets at Galle, showcasing his proficiency with the local conditions. India's top order may struggle against the spin given the absence of captain Shubman Gill and key player Sai Sudarshan due to injuries. Preparations are underway as the teams gear up for the first match.

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•Test series starts August 15 in Sri Lanka.
•Prabath Jayasuriya has 81 wickets at Galle in 11 Tests.
•India's top order faces injury challenges ahead of the series.
•Mahroof emphasizes Jayasuriya's understanding of local conditions.

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3:02 PMYahoo Sports — ‘King of Galle’: Former Sri Lanka star warns India batters about major threat ahead of IND vs SL Test series

What they're saying

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With India gearing up for the two-Test series against Sri Lanka, one former Sri Lankan cricketer warned the Men in Blue to be wary of the King of Galle.
— Yahoo Sports

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