Sri Lanka Welcomes Mishara and Arachchige for India Test

Sri Lanka's cricket team just got a boost! Kamil Mishara and Sahan Arachchige are joining the squad for the Test against India in Colombo on August 23. With injuries hitting hard, these two are ready to step up and help the team bounce back after their last match loss. Can they turn the tide?

Quick rundown

1.Sri Lanka's squad is feeling the injury blues.

2.Mishara and Arachchige are the latest heroes in waiting.

3.Kusal Mendis is out with a hamstring injury.

4.Arachchige shone in the unofficial Test against India A.

5.The Colombo Test kicks off on August 23, stay tuned!

Sri Lanka's 16-Man Squad Set for Epic Test Match in Galle
Sri Lanka's 16-Man Squad Set for Epic Test Match in Galle
Hey there! Sri Lanka just named their squad of 16 for the big Test against India, happening at Galle from August 15 to 19, 2026! Dhananjaya's the captain, with Kamindu as his trusty sidekick. After that tough loss to the West Indies, they're ready to spin some magic with Prabath and Ramesh. Plus, they’ve got seasoned stars like Dinesh and Niroshan alongside fresh faces. Let’s go, team!
09:05 am on Wednesday, 12 August, 2026
Sri Lanka's Test Squad: Comeback Drama and High Stakes
Sri Lanka's Test Squad: Comeback Drama and High Stakes
Sri Lanka Cricket has announced their squad for the 1st Test against India at Galle, led by Dhananjaya de Silva. With injuries sidelining stars like Kusal Mendis, they’ve got Niroshan Dickwella back after a doping ban—what a comeback! They need a miracle to beat India after losing 10 of the last 12 encounters. Get your forks ready, it’s about to get intense!
09:40 am on Wednesday, 12 August, 2026
Kusal Mendis Takes a Hit, Out of LPL 2026 Showdown
Kusal Mendis Takes a Hit, Out of LPL 2026 Showdown
Kusal Mendis just got blindsided by a hamstring injury, folks! That’s right, he’s out of the Lanka Premier League 2026 and his status for the colossal clash against India is uncertain! This injury struck while he was battling for the Colombo Kaps against the Kandy Royals and he had to bow out after just four balls. The fans are itching for their superstar to return before the first Test on August 15 at Galle!
03:20 pm on Wednesday, 22 July, 2026
Kusal Mendis Likely Out for First Test Against India
Kusal Mendis Likely Out for First Test Against India
Hey there, sports fans! Our pal Kusal Mendis, the Sri Lankan wicket-keeper, might be sidelined for the first Test against India at Galle starting August 15. He tweaked his hamstring while playing for the Colombo Kaps in the LPL. Come on, Kusal! We need you back in the game, buddy! Let’s hope he’s ready to rock soon!
11:10 am on Thursday, 6 August, 2026
Sri Lanka's Batting Dreams Dashed: Nissanka Joins Mendis Out
Sri Lanka's Batting Dreams Dashed: Nissanka Joins Mendis Out
Whoa, buddy! Sri Lanka's in a real jam! Star opener Pathum Nissanka is out for the big Test against India in Galle on August 15. And Kusal Mendis? He's nursing a hamstring owie! Nissanka, the batting superstar who just snagged Cricketer of the Year, is sidelined. Talk about a bummer! Looks like the team needs a miracle or maybe just a pizza party!
12:55 pm on Friday, 7 August, 2026

Series

View All

Cricket

India tour of Sri Lanka

Bangladesh tour of Australia

Pakistan tour of England

Tamil Nadu Premier League