The Indian men’s cricket team is gearing up for a two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, beginning on the Independence Day of India, August 15, 2026. Ahead of the series, the visitors will get an opportunity to acclimatise in a three-day warm-up match against Sri Lanka XI. Here’s how to watch the India vs Sri Lanka warm-up match.Â
This practice game is set to start tomorrow, August 7, and will conclude on August 9, 2026. The match will be played at the Nondescripts Cricket Club (NCC) Ground in Colombo.
There have been a few developments in the Indian camp ahead of the practice match. First, reports suggest that the Indian management is unhappy with the amount of grass left on the pitch for the warm-up game, as they want to prepare for turning tracks.
On the injury front, top-order batter Sai Sudharsan is recovering from a foot niggle and is expected to join the squad only midway through the practice match. Additionally, star fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the Test series and has been replaced by uncapped pacer Auqib Nabi.
India vs Sri Lanka XI LIVE Streaming Details:Â
Where to Watch the India vs Sri Lanka practice match?
Sony Sports Network is the official broadcaster for India’s tour of Sri Lanka. Fans can watch the live telecast of the three-day Sri Lanka XI vs India practice match on the Sony Sports Ten 1 TV channel (both SD and HD) starting at 10:00 AM IST.
For those who prefer digital platforms, live streaming of the warm-up match and the entire Test series will be available on the Sony LIV app and website.
India vs Sri Lanka Test Series Schedule:
The two-match Test series forms an important part of the current ICC World Test Championship cycle.
- First Test: August 15 to 19, 2026, at the Galle International Stadium.
- Second Test: August 23 to 27, 2026, at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Cricket Ground in Colombo.
Both Test matches are scheduled to start at 10:00 AM IST.
SL XI vs IND Squads:
Led by captain Shubman Gill, the Indian squad features a mix of experienced seniors and promising new talent. The team will look to settle their playing combinations, especially the bowling attack, during the three-day practice game.
India Squad: Shubman Gill (Captain), KL Rahul (Vice-Captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rishabh Pant (WK), Dhruv Jurel (WK), Devdutt Padikkal, Sai Sudharsan, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Manav Suthar, Saransh Jain, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Gurnoor Brar, and Auqib Nabi.
Sri Lanka XI Squad: Nishan Madushka(w), Nipun Dhananjaya, Ravindu Rasantha, Pavan Rathnayake, Ahan Wickramasinghe, Sonal Dinusha(c), Ramesh Mendis, Dilum Sudeera, Vishwa Fernando, Lahiru Kumara, Pasindu Sooriyabandara, Isitha Wijesundera, Asanka Manoj, Anjala Bandara, Keshara Nuwantha
