The Sri Lanka National Cricket Team is set to host India National Cricket Team, for a two-match Test series starting from August 15. Ahead of the first Test match at Galle, the Island nation have announced the squad for the forthcoming two match series. There have been some big names missing due to respective injuries.
The hosts will play the first Test at Galle International Stadium, in Galle. It is the first Test series between the two nation after the gap of 9 years. The last time India visited Sri Lanka was back in 2017 when Virat Kohli was the captain and sealed the series as they completely dominated the home side and won 3-0.
Dhananjay de Silva named as captain for first Test
Dhananjay de Silva is going to led the side in the first Test match. The Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) only announced the squad for the first game and not for the whole series. With Kamindu Mendis is going to Silva’s deputy for the first Test match. They will look to have a bright start to the series.
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