IND vs SL XI, Warm-Up Match Toss Report and Playing XIs Live Update: KL Rahul Leading India, Shubman Gill To Miss Day 1
Catch all the live action of the India vs Sri Lanka XI three-day warm-up match from August 7-9, 2026. Led by KL Rahul, India plays at the Nondescripts Cricket Club in Colombo, starting 10:00 AM IST. Find complete broadcast and streaming details for fans in India on Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV.
Cricket enthusiasts are set for an engaging three days as the Indian cricket team begins its crucial warm-up fixture against a Sri Lanka Cricket XI today, Friday, August 7, 2026. This practice match at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground in Colombo is vital for the visitors to acclimatise to local conditions and fine-tune their strategies, especially against spin, ahead of the impending two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, which commences on August 15 in Galle. IND vs SL XI Live Streaming Online and Free Telecast in India, Warm-up Match.
Under the leadership of KL Rahul, who is captaining the side, India will be looking to iron out any kinks, particularly given their recent struggles against quality spin attacks in Test cricket. Test captain Shubman Gill will not take the field on Day 1 as precautionary measure, due to an right ring finger injury. This decision comes after Sri Lanka XI won the toss, and opted to bat first.
Key batters like Rahul, and Yashasvi Jaiswal have been preparing individually, but this match provides invaluable on-field experience on Sri Lankan pitches. Unfortunately, Day 1 could see interruptions, with rain forecasts looming over Colombo. Colombo Weather Forecast and Rain Chances for India vs Sri Lanka XI, 3-Day Warm-up Match
Playing and Fielding XIs
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | India (IND) vs Sri Lanka XI (SLC XI) Warm-Up Match |
| Dates | August 7 – August 9, 2026 (Friday – Sunday) |
| Venue | Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground, Colombo, Sri Lanka |
| Start Time | 10:00 AM IST (Toss at 9:30 AM IST) |
| Competition | Preparation for India vs Sri Lanka Test Series |
Live Streaming and Broadcast in India
For fans in India, comprehensive coverage of the three-day warm-up match will be available across television and digital platforms.
| Region | TV Channel(s) | Streaming Platform(s) |
|---|---|---|
| India | Sony Sports Ten 1 SD & HD | SonyLIV app and website |
This warm-up encounter is more than just a practice game; it's a critical barometer for India's red-ball ambitions, particularly given the challenges posed by spin-friendly conditions. With the main Test series commencing soon, every session of this three-day fixture will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike. Stay tuned for live updates as the action unfolds from Colombo.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 07, 2026 10:05 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
