India vs Sri Lanka Test Series 2026 Schedule Announced
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has today, July 2, 2026, officially announced the much-anticipated schedule for India's two-match Test series tour of Sri Lanka in August 2026. This pivotal series, part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025–2027 cycle, will feature the first Test at Galle International Cricket Stadium from August 15-19, followed by the second.
Cricket fans rejoice! The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) have confirmed a two-match Test series between India and Sri Lanka in August 2026. This vital series forms a part of the ongoing ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025–2027 cycle and will see the Indian team return to Sri Lankan shores for red-ball cricket after a nine-year hiatus. The last IND vs SL Test series India played in Sri Lanka was in 2017. The announcement, made by SLC today, July 2, 2026, outlines a concise yet impactful tour that promises to deliver enthralling Test match action. Yashasvi Jaiswal Dons Lionel Messi Jersey As He Attends France vs Sweden FIFA World Cup 2026 Match (Watch Video).
IND vs SL Tests Fixtures Confirmed
The two-match series is strategically placed to allow for maximum engagement, with matches scheduled at two iconic Sri Lankan venues. Both Tests will commence at 10:00 AM local time (Asia/Colombo), which is also 10:00 AM Indian Standard Time (IST).
| Match | Dates | Venue | Start Time (SLST/IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Test | August 15–19, 2026 | Galle International Cricket Stadium, Galle | 10:00 AM |
| Second Test | August 23–27, 2026 | Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC), Colombo | 10:00 AM |
The first Test will unfold at the picturesque Galle International Cricket Stadium, known for its historic fort backdrop, from August 15 to 19. The action will then shift to the capital city, Colombo, where the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) will host the second Test from August 23 to 27.
Return to the Island Nation for Tests
This tour holds significant importance as it marks India's first Test series in Sri Lanka under the current World Test Championship cycle. The last time India played a Test series in Sri Lanka was in 2017, where a Virat Kohli-led side achieved a dominant 3-0 whitewash. With both teams vying for crucial WTC points, the upcoming series is expected to be a fiercely contested battle.
The timing of the series follows Sri Lanka's domestic T20 tournament, the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026, which is scheduled to conclude on August 8. India is also slated to tour Zimbabwe for a T20I series prior to their visit to Sri Lanka, with matches scheduled from July 23-26, 2026. IND vs ENG 1st T20I 2026: Match Called Off Due To Rain; Abhishek Sharma, Shreyas Iyer Shine With Fifties For India
The two-match Test series promises an exciting start to India's red-ball international calendar in the latter half of 2026, offering crucial WTC points and an engaging contest between two formidable cricketing nations. This tour will be a significant step for both teams in their quest for a spot in the ICC World Test Championship final.
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