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Centurion Dinusha's dogged effort helps SL draw second Test; India win series 1-0

Sonal Dinusha's unbeaten 133 guided Sri Lanka to a draw in the second Test. India secured the series 1-0 after winning the first match at Galle. Dinusha displayed remarkable resilience, batting for over 420 minutes to save the match. He became the third batter to score twin hundreds in a…

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Sri Lanka tracks 11 US-sanctioned Iranian tankers off coast

Sri Lankan authorities are monitoring eleven Iranian oil tankers near their southern coast. These vessels are US-sanctioned and cannot return to Iran due to a blockade. The ships are located near Galle harbour, where an Iranian frigate previously sank. Sri Lankan navy rescued thirty-two sailors from that sunken frigate earlier…

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With spin options in focus, India must resist pre-judging the SSC pitch in 2nd Test against Sri Lanka

India secured a victory in Galle, which demanded hard work from players. Coach Gautam Gambhir desires a balanced Test wicket for future matches. He also advocates for three-match Test series over shorter formats. India plans to select the best bowling attack to secure twenty wickets. The team will adapt to…

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Kuldeep at cross roads: What is ailing left-arm wrist spinner as India look at Saransh for 2nd Test

Kuldeep Yadav faced challenges on the Galle pitch, taking no wickets in his eleven overs. He was India's third spin option behind Jadeja and Suthar, who claimed fourteen wickets. The think tank may replace Kuldeep with off-spinner Saransh Jain for the upcoming Test. Former spinner L Sivaramakrishnan advised focusing on…

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Manav Sutra: Suthar’s 10-for powers India past Sri Lanka and offers a glimpse of his craft

Manav Suthar secured ten wickets in the final Test match. His consistent bowling troubled Sri Lankan batsmen throughout the game. Suthar's skill and variations proved effective on the Galle pitch. KL Rahul and Gary Kirsten praised his Test match capabilities. India has found a promising spin bowling prospect for the…

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School Assembly News Headlines, August 20, 2026: Top national, international, business, sports updates and thought of the day

School Assembly News Headlines: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has appointed new members to the influential parliamentary panel. Meanwhile, Bangladesh is pushing for quicker business visas and more equitable economic relations with India. Amid ongoing oil supply uncertainties, Indian and US fuel exporters are enjoying significant gains. In sports, KL…

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‘We knew a big shower was coming’: KL Rahul on India’s Galle win

India's vice-captain KL Rahul revealed their determined approach to secure a Test victory. They pushed for a result knowing heavy rain was imminent after the match. Rahul stated the team did not want to waste valuable time delaying the game. He also mentioned their confidence in breaking partnerships to take…

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Manav Suthar's 10-wicket haul powers India to 165-run win over Sri Lanka in Galle Test

In the opening Test match of the series, India triumphed over Sri Lanka by 165 runs, with Manav Suthar stealing the spotlight with a 10-wicket haul, showcasing his skills with figures of 6/55. Sri Lanka, in pursuit of 372 runs, crumbled to 206 all out. Ravindra Jadeja's bowling also contributed…

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Pant-astic! Rishabh Pant just hit a Test milestone no Indian reached before

Rishabh Pant achieved a significant milestone by hitting his 100th Test six. He became the first Indian batter and fourth player globally to reach this mark. Pant reached the landmark in his 51st Test, making him the fastest to do so. This achievement came during India's second innings against Sri…

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Now to have a ball in Galle

India reached 460 for 9 after two days of play in Galle. Devdutt Padikkal scored 167, his highest score in Sri Lanka. Dhruv Jurel provided stability with a crucial 51 runs. Rain interruptions limited play, impacting the overall match duration. India remains confident in their bowling attack to secure a…

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Galle weather causes another delay as India vs Sri Lanka Test enters Day 2 after rain disrupts final session of Day 1

Galle weather has delayed the start of Day 2 in the India vs Sri Lanka first Test, with persistent rain preventing play in Galle on Sunday. The weather had also disrupted Day 1, but India still reached 288/2 at stumps after Devdutt Padikkal scored his maiden Test century and remained…

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Padikkal rises to the occasion: Drafted in after Sudharsan’s injury, Devdutt repays the faith with a maiden century

India's top order displayed assured batting on a good pitch in Galle. Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul formed a strong opening partnership for the team. Devdutt Padikkal scored an unbeaten century, putting India in control of the game. Padikkal's preparation paid off, leading to a stylish performance in the match.…

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India vs Sri Lanka Test Series 2026: Galle 1st test live streaming, squads, playing XI, weather, pitch and head-to-head record

Ind vs SL Test Live Streaming: India and Sri Lanka begin their two-match Test series in Galle on August 15, 2026. Here are the live streaming details, squads, predicted playing XIs, weather and pitch reports, and the head-to-head Test record.

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Soft ball, hard questions: India’s inexperienced attack has no clear template to follow as conditions remain difficult to read

Galle's pitch preparation remains uncertain for the upcoming India-Sri Lanka Test match. Home side strategizing involves balancing traditional spin strengths with a true surface. India's bowling coach Morne Morkel emphasized adapting to heat and a softening Kookaburra ball. Fast bowlers must deliver short, intense spells to exploit conditions effectively. The…

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Kings of Galle: The Jayasuriya-Mendis twister awaits Indian batters

Sri Lankan spinners Prabath Jayasuriya and Ramesh Mendis have made Galle their favorite venue. They have collectively taken 145 wickets at this ground, posing a significant challenge. Jayasuriya, nicknamed the 'King of Galle,' uses the wind effectively to generate drift. Mendis provides crucial support, maintaining pressure from the other end.…

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Gurnoor Brar could be India's X-Factor in Bumrah's absence: Former Sri Lanka allrounder Farveez Maharoof

Former Sri Lanka allrounder Farveez Maharoof sees Gurnoor Brar as an X-factor for India. He would be tempted to debut the young pacer against Sri Lanka. India will miss Jasprit Bumrah's reverse-swinging ability in the upcoming series. Maharoof also discussed the spinner selection and Rishabh Pant's potential impact. He predicted…

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Kuldeep took break to assess body, not fitness concern: Sairaj Bahutule

Kuldeep Yadav rested during the warm-up game after a heavy workload, which was precautionary. Other spinners like Manav Suthar and Ravindra Jadeja received extended bowling sessions. The team focused on adapting to local conditions and assessing player fitness for the upcoming series. Shubman Gill recovered well after a hand injury…

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Sarfaraz Khan replaces injured Sai Sudharsan in India’s Test squad for Sri Lanka series

Sarfaraz Khan joins the Indian Test squad for the Sri Lanka series. He replaces Sai Sudharsan, who suffered an injury and is undergoing rehabilitation. Sudharsan did not travel with the team and missed the warm-up match. The first Test against Sri Lanka is scheduled to begin in Galle. The Board…

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India vs Sri Lanka: Bad weather threatens IND vs SL warm-up clash in Colombo, putting Shubman Gill-led side's Test preparations at risk

Colombo is set for persistent rain, with wet weather threatening to disrupt India's crucial three-day warm-up match ahead of the Test series. The fixture is the visitors' only opportunity to adapt to Sri Lanka's spin-friendly conditions before the opening Test in Galle. Batters and bowlers alike will be eager to…

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Jasprit Bumrah cleared for Sri Lanka Tests after fitness clearance

Jasprit Bumrah has recovered from his impact injury and cleared fitness tests. He is now available for the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka. India needs a strong performance in these matches for World Test Championship contention. Several other players are currently sidelined with various injuries. The series begins on…

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India vs Sri Lanka Test Series 2026: Squad, schedule, venues, when and where to watch live streaming

Ind vs SL Test Series 2026 Squad, Date: India and Sri Lanka will play a Test series next month after a nine-year break. Both teams seek World Test Championship points after recent disappointing performances. Ravindra Jadeja returns to the Indian squad, boosting team balance and spin options. The series begins…

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India tour of Sri Lanka: Tests begin August 15 as Shubman Gill leads side in crucial WTC cycle

India is set to face Sri Lanka in a two-Test series starting August 15, with matches in Galle and Colombo. This tour, part of the World Test Championship, presents a significant challenge for India's new captain Shubman Gill, especially after recent struggles against spin. The series marks India's return to…

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BCCI announces India A squad for unofficial Tests in Sri Lanka; Dhruv Jurel to lead

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has announced the India A squad for upcoming multi-day matches in Sri Lanka. Dhruv Jurel will captain the team, with Devdutt Padikkal as his deputy. These matches are scheduled to take place in Galle. The squad also features promising young talents and…

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Bodies of Iranian sailors arrive at Sri Lanka mortuary after warship sinking

Bodies of Iranian sailors killed in the sinking of the warship IRIS Dena were brought to a hospital mortuary in Galle, Sri Lanka, after a US submarine torpedoed the vessel in the Indian Ocean, officials said.

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US submarine sinks Iranian warship off Sri Lanka killing at least 80 and leaving dozens more injured

US defence secretary confirms America launched attack that reportedly left at least 100 people missing

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