India vs Sri Lanka Test Series 2026: Schedule, Squads & Where to Watch
India's tour of Sri Lanka is underway, starting with a warm-up match ahead of a two-Test series that counts toward the World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle. Here's the full schedule, both squads, and where to catch every session.
India play a three-day warm-up match against a Sri Lanka XI from August 7-9 in Colombo, followed by a two-match Test series: the 1st Test in Galle (August 15-19) and the 2nd in Colombo (August 23-27). Live coverage airs on the Sony Sports network with streaming on SonyLIV.
Full Schedule
- Warm-Up Match: Sri Lanka XI vs IndiaAug 7-9, NCC Ground, Colombo
- 1st Test: India vs Sri LankaAug 15-19, Galle International Stadium
- 2nd Test: India vs Sri LankaAug 23-27, Colombo
The warm-up fixture was originally planned as a four-day match starting August 7, but the BCCI shortened it to three days ahead of the tour.
Both Tests are part of the ongoing ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle, with both sides looking to strengthen their position in the standings. For another series in the same cycle, see our Pakistan vs England Test series coverage. For ball-by-ball coverage of how the opening Test is unfolding, see our 1st Test, Day 1 report.
Warm-Up Match: Squads & Toss
India traveled to Sri Lanka with a 15-player squad for the practice match, led by Shubman Gill. At the toss, Sri Lanka XI won and chose to bat first.
India (Warm-Up Squad)
- Shubman Gill (c)Test captain
- Yashasvi JaiswalOpener
- KL RahulVice-captain / opener
- Rishabh PantWicketkeeper
- Ravindra JadejaAll-rounder, returning after injury layoff
- Mohammed SirajPace bowler
- Kuldeep YadavSpinner
- Dhruv Jurel, Devdutt Padikkal, Prasidh Krishna, Manav Suthar, Gurnoor Brar, Saransh Jain, Auqib NabiSquad members
Sri Lanka XI (Warm-Up Squad)
- Sonal Dinusha (c)Captain
- Nishan MadushkaWicketkeeper
- Ramesh MendisSpinner
- Lahiru Kumara, Vishwa FernandoPace bowlers
India's Test Squad: Key Changes
India's squad for the two-Test series was announced with Shubman Gill continuing as Test captain and KL Rahul in the leadership group. Ravindra Jadeja returns to the Test setup after sitting out the Afghanistan series in June. The headline concern is Jasprit Bumrah, who was initially named in the squad but has since been ruled out due to a left knee injury picked up on India's England tour; Auqib Nabi has been added as his replacement. Washington Sundar will also be unavailable for the first Test.
Where to Watch
In India, live coverage of both the warm-up match and the Test series airs on the Sony Sports network: Sony Sports Ten 1 (English commentary), Sony Sports Ten 3 (Hindi), and Sony Sports Ten 4 (South Indian regional languages). Live streaming for all matches is available on the SonyLIV app and website.
Head-to-Head in Tests
India and Sri Lanka have a long Test history, and India have historically dominated matches played on home soil, though away results in Sri Lanka have been closer. This series adds two more matches to that record, with both teams carrying WTC points implications into every session.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the India vs Sri Lanka Test series start?
The 1st Test begins August 15 in Galle, following a warm-up match from August 7-9.
Is Jasprit Bumrah playing against Sri Lanka?
No. He was initially picked for the Test squad but was ruled out with a left knee injury; Auqib Nabi replaces him.
Where can I watch India vs Sri Lanka live?
Sony Sports Ten 1, 3, and 4 on TV in India, with live streaming on the SonyLIV app and website.
How many Tests are being played?
Two: the 1st in Galle (Aug 15-19) and the 2nd in Colombo (Aug 23-27).
Who won the toss in the warm-up match?
Sri Lanka XI won the toss and chose to bat first.