India secured a 165-run win against Sri Lanka in Galle during the first Test fixture between August 15 and August 19, 2026. Manav Suthar claimed a 10-wicket haul to bowl India to victory. Pant and the bowlers prepared the win despite Sonal Dinusha scoring 65 runs for Sri Lanka.
Switching to Australian cricket, Australia selectors issued Matt Renshaw an emergency summons for the newest step in his winding Test career. Carey is keen to recover in his 50th match after an aberration in Darwin.