India vs Sri Lanka 2nd Test 2026: Match Details
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The 2nd Test match between India and Sri Lanka in 2026 is scheduled to be played from August 23 to August 27, 2026, at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground in Colombo. The encounter is a crucial fixture of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025–2027 cycle.
India vs Sri Lanka 2nd Test 2026: Key Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | 2nd Test, India tour of Sri Lanka |
| Dates | 23–27 August 2026 (5-day match) |
| Venue | Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground, Colombo |
| Match Start Time | 10:00 AM Local / IST |
| Session Timings (Local) | First Session: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Lunch: 12:00 PM – 12:40 PM Second Session: 12:40 PM – 2:40 PM Tea: 2:40 PM – 3:00 PM Third Session: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Tournament Cycle | ICC World Test Championship 2025-2027 |
India vs Sri Lanka 2nd Test 2026: Series Context & Team Updates
- Historical Significance: This series marks India’s first Test tour of Sri Lanka since 2017, where India cleanly swept the hosts 3-0.
- WTC Standings: Heading into the red-ball leg, India currently occupies the 5th spot in the WTC standings table, while Sri Lanka sits right behind them at 6th.
- Squad News: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is monitoring crucial player fitness before finalizing the squad. Speedster Jasprit Bumrah is racing against time following reactive knee swelling during his recent tour of England, while Washington Sundar is already ruled out of the 1st Test but remains a potential addition for this 2nd match depending on recovery. All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is expected to return to the squad.
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