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Channel News Asia·Singapore·Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 04:17 AM

India opt to bat in Galle opener against Sri Lanka

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Aug 15 : India captain Shubman Gill won the toss and elected to bat against Sri Lanka in the opening test in Galle on Saturday.

• India hope to sweep the two-test series to boost their chances of making the World Test Championship final.

• India's 600th test is also the 50th test at Galle.

• India pick three spinners on a venue famous for offering turn.

• Niroshan Dickwella will keep wicket for Sri Lanka in his comeback.

• Spin-bowling all-rounder Keshara Nuwantha debuts for Sri Lanka.

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