Match Information
The 1st Test of the India Tour of Sri Lanka 2026 will be played from 15 to 19 August 2026 at the Galle International Stadium in Galle, Sri Lanka. The match begins at 04:30 GMT and is the opening game of the two-match Test series. Cricket fans can follow India vs Sri Lanka live cricket streaming, match information, score updates and the final result on WebCric.
India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Match Preview
India and Sri Lanka begin their two-match Test series at the Galle International Stadium on 15 August 2026. The opening Test is an important fixture for both teams as they look to strengthen their position in the ICC World Test Championship 2025–27.
India return to Sri Lanka for their first Test series in the country since 2017. Captain Shubman Gill will lead a side featuring experienced players and several younger names. The visitors will need to adapt quickly to the conditions in Galle, where patience and a sound approach against spin could be crucial.
Sri Lanka will be captained by Dhananjaya de Silva and will look to use their familiarity with the Galle surface. The home side’s spin attack is expected to play an important role as the pitch begins to offer more assistance to the bowlers during the match.
The opening days could provide opportunities for the batters, but the contest is likely to become more demanding as the surface wears. Cricket fans can follow India vs Sri Lanka live cricket streaming, match updates and the result of the 1st Test on WebCric.
Test Head-to-Head Record
India and Sri Lanka have played 46 Test matches against each other. India hold the stronger overall record with 22 victories, while Sri Lanka have won seven Tests. The remaining 17 matches ended in draws.
| Total Tests | 46 |
|---|---|
| India Wins | 22 |
| Sri Lanka Wins | 7 |
| Drawn Matches | 17 |
India have enjoyed the better results in recent meetings between the two teams. Since losing at Galle in 2015, India have remained unbeaten in their last 10 Tests against Sri Lanka, winning eight matches and drawing two.
However, Sri Lanka have a competitive record against India at the Galle International Stadium. India have played five Tests at the venue, winning twice and losing three times. The conditions in Galle should therefore provide another demanding contest when the teams meet in the 1st Test of the 2026 series.
Live Cricket Streaming
Watch India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test live cricket streaming on WebCric. The opening match of the two-Test series will be played at the Galle International Stadium from 15 to 19 August 2026. Live cricket on WebCric will be available on this page close to the scheduled start at 04:30 GMT.
Test Series Schedule 2026
The India Tour of Sri Lanka 2026 features two Test matches as part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025–27. The opening Test will be played in Galle, followed by the second Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo.
| Match | Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Test | 15–19 August 2026 | Galle International Stadium, Galle | |
| 2nd Test | 23–27 August 2026 | Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo |
What to Expect from the Test Series
Sri Lanka’s familiarity with the conditions in Galle and Colombo should provide the home side with an advantage. However, India arrive with a strong record against Sri Lanka and a squad containing quality batters, fast bowlers and several effective spin options.
Spin bowling is expected to become increasingly important as the pitches wear, particularly during the last days of each Test. Batting partnerships, first-innings totals and the ability to handle pressure against spin could decide the series. With valuable ICC World Test Championship points available, both teams have plenty to play for across the two matches.
Team Squads 2026
India Test Squad
Shubman Gill (captain), KL Rahul (vice-captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rishabh Pant (wicketkeeper), Dhruv Jurel (wicketkeeper), Devdutt Padikkal, Sarfaraz Khan, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Manav Suthar, Saransh Jain, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Gurnoor Brar and Auqib Nabi.
Sri Lanka Test Squad
Dhananjaya de Silva (captain), Kamindu Mendis (vice-captain), Lahiru Udara, Nishan Madushka, Dinesh Chandimal, Pasindu Sooriyabandara, Sonal Dinusha, Niroshan Dickwella (wicketkeeper), Ramesh Mendis, Prabath Jayasuriya, Keshara Nuwantha, Milan Rathnayake, Asitha Fernando, Lahiru Kumara, Vishwa Fernando and Dilshan Madushanka.
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When and where will the India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test be played?
The India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test will be played from 15–19 August 2026 at Galle International Stadium in Galle, Sri Lanka. The match is scheduled to begin at 04:30 GMT.
Is the India vs Sri Lanka Test series part of the World Test Championship?
Yes. Both matches are part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025–27, with championship points available to both teams.
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