India's World Test Championship return confirmed as Sri Lanka series schedule announced

The Indian team returns to Sri Lanka for a Test series for the first time since 2017 with crucial championship points on the line

India will switch focus back to the longest format as they gear up for a two-Test tour of Sri Lanka this August. REUTERS

Press Trust Of India|Jul 02, 2026, 17:43:07 IST

India's two-Test series against hosts Sri Lanka will be played in Galle and Colombo from August 15 to 27, the home board SLC announced on Thursday. The series is part of the World Test Championship (WTC).

The first Test will be played at the Galle International Stadium from August 15, while the second will be at the SSC from August 23, read a statement from Sri Lanka Cricket.

India, who have made two finals but never won the WTC title, are currently fifth in the standings, while Sri Lanka are sixth.

India will also tour New Zealand this year for a two-match Test series in November-December.

India had begun the Shubman Gill captaincy era with a commendable 2-2 draw in England before winning the home series against the West Indies. However, they were whitewashed by South Africa at home last year, raising serious questions over batters' ability to play spin.

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