India vs Sri Lanka Live Streaming Online and Free Telecast in India, 2nd Test 2026, Day 3
Get ready to catch all the action from Day 3 of the India vs Sri Lanka 2nd Test live today, August 25, 2026, directly from the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo.
Cricket enthusiasts are geared up for Day 3 of the highly anticipated second Test match between India and hosts Sri Lanka, being played at the iconic Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) in Colombo. With today being Tuesday, August 25, 2026, the series, part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle, is poised for crucial developments. India currently holds a 1-0 lead in the two-match series, having convincingly won the first Test in Galle by 165 runs. Dhruv Jurel Shows Off ‘Jai Jawan, Jai Kisaan’ Tattoo After Scoring Century in IND vs SL 2nd Test 2026.
The match commenced on August 23, 2026, with the Indian side, captained by Shubman Gill, looking to seal a dominant series victory against Dhananjaya de Silva's Sri Lankan team. Key players like Ravindra Jadeja were expected to feature for India, though premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah was ruled out due to injury ahead of the series. Sri Lanka will rely on performances from players such as Sonal Dinusha and Niroshan Dickwella to mount a challenge, with Dickwella having made a return to the Test squad.
Match Timing and Venue
Day 3 of the 2nd Test between India and Sri Lanka is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM Indian Standard Time (IST) on August 25, 2026. The match is taking place at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Live Streaming and Telecast in India
For fans in India, comprehensive coverage of the India vs Sri Lanka 2nd Test is available across various platforms:
- Television: The series is being broadcast live on the Sony Sports Network. Viewers can tune into Sony Sports Ten 5 for English commentary, Sony Sports Ten 3 for Hindi, and Sony Sports Ten 4 for Tamil and Telugu commentary, along with their respective HD channels.
- Live Streaming: Digital viewers can catch all the action live on the SonyLIV app and website.
- Free-to-Air: For those with DD Free Dish, DD Sports will also provide live telecast of the match.
Live Streaming and Telecast in Other Regions
Cricket fans outside India can follow the India vs Sri Lanka 2nd Test via the following broadcasters and streaming services:
| Region | TV Channel(s) | Streaming Platform(s) |
|---|---|---|
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow TV |
| UK | TNT Sports | TNT Sports |
| Middle East | Unavailable | Sony LIV |
| Africa & Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport |
| Sri Lanka | Siyatha TV, SLBC, Dialog & IPTV – SLT | Sri Lanka Cricket YouTube Channel, Dialog & IPTV – SLT |
| Rest of Subcontinent (excl. IND/PAK) | Ten Cricket | Sony Liv |
| Europe/Australia/New Zealand | Unavailable | ICC-TV |
As Day 3 unfolds, both teams will be pushing hard to gain an advantage in this crucial Test. India aims to solidify their position in the World Test Championship, while Sri Lanka fights for pride and valuable points. Don't miss a moment of the action as the battle continues in Colombo.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 25, 2026 10:15 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
