Aug 7, 2026, 10:56:00 IST
IND vs SLC XI LIVE Score, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: India to bowl first.
IND vs SLC XI LIVE Score, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: SLC XI won the toss and opted to bat first. KL Rahul is leading India after Shubman Gill suffered an injury setback on the eve of the game. India’s road to the Test series against Sri Lanka begins with a crucial three-day practice match against the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) XI, starting on August 7 at the NCC Ground in Colombo. Although the fixture will not count towards any official standings, it could prove decisive in shaping India’s playing XI for the opening Test in Galle. With just one warm-up match before the series gets underway, the visitors will be keen to make every session count. Originally scheduled as a four-day fixture, the match was shortened to three days and will serve as the visitors’ only red-ball outing before the opening Test in Galle on August 15.
The contest gives captain Shubman Gill and the team management an ideal opportunity to assess the squad in match conditions, test different combinations, and help players settle into the rhythm of red-ball cricket after weeks of training. The practice fixture has taken on added significance following Jasprit Bumrah’s injury-enforced absence, prompting India to rethink their pace-bowling plans ahead of the Test series. As a result, the performances of the remaining fast bowlers will be closely monitored, while fringe players will view the match as a chance to stake a claim for a place in the final XI.
While the scoreline will matter little, individual performances could carry significant weight. For India, the three-day contest represents the final dress rehearsal before the Test series, making it an important step in their quest to begin the campaign on a winning note.
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The contest gives captain Shubman Gill and the team management an ideal opportunity to assess the squad in match conditions, test different combinations, and help players settle into the rhythm of red-ball cricket after weeks of training. The practice fixture has taken on added significance following Jasprit Bumrah’s injury-enforced absence, prompting India to rethink their pace-bowling plans ahead of the Test series. As a result, the performances of the remaining fast bowlers will be closely monitored, while fringe players will view the match as a chance to stake a claim for a place in the final XI.
While the scoreline will matter little, individual performances could carry significant weight. For India, the three-day contest represents the final dress rehearsal before the Test series, making it an important step in their quest to begin the campaign on a winning note.
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Aug 7, 2026, 10:55:48 IST
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: 50 comes up!
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: This is a solid opening stand between Nishan Madushka and Ravindu Rasantha. The duo have put on 50 runs for the opening wicket. Mohammed Siraj, Gurnoor Brar and Prasidh Krishna have nothing to play with as the pitch is offering no assistance.
SLC XI 53/0 in 12 overs.
Aug 7, 2026, 10:30:20 IST
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: Gambhir-Gill conversation
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: As Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna struggle to take the opening wicket, the camera pans to the Indian dugout where Shubman Gill is seen in an animated conversation with head coach Gautam Gambhir.
ICYMI: Gill is not fielding on Day 1 because of the injury he suffered on the eve of the warm-up contest.
Aug 7, 2026, 10:16:42 IST
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: Siraj, Prasidh easing in
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna are just easing into their spells and are not bowling full throttle for now. Sri Lanka Cricket XI have already registered three boundaries.
SLC XI 13/0 in 3 overs.
Aug 7, 2026, 10:01:28 IST
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: The match begins!
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: We are live! Mohammed Siraj with the ball in hand and the opening delivery of the contest goes for a four! Siraj bowls a loose half-volley and Nishan Madushka times the ball on the offside for an elegant boundary.
SLC XI 4/0
Aug 7, 2026, 09:40:30 IST
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: Injury scare for Shubman Gill
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: Shubman Gill, who sustained an impact injury during training, won’t take the field on Day 1.
“Captain Shubman Gill sustained an impact injury to his right ring finger during India’s practice on Thursday. As a precautionary measure, he will not take the field on Day 1 of the warm-up game against SLC XI. The BCCI Medical Team is monitoring his progress. KL Rahul will lead the team in Gill’s absence,” the BCCI said.
Aug 7, 2026, 09:33:27 IST
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: Toss update!
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: Sri Lanka Cricket XI win the toss and opt to bat. Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav and the bowlers will be in action first. Stay tuned for more updates.
Aug 7, 2026, 09:15:35 IST
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: Live streaming details
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: The contest will be telecast and broadcast live. Sony Sports Ten 1 SD and HD channel is the go to destination on TV while the match can be streamed live on the SonyLiv app and website.
Aug 7, 2026, 09:00:13 IST
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: No Sai Sudharsan
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: Sai Sudharsan won’t be playing any part in the practice game as he is yet to link up with the squad in Sri Lanka. However, he’s expected to recover in time for the first Test, beginning August 15.
Aug 7, 2026, 08:45:09 IST
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: Hello and welcome!
IND vs SLC XI LIVE, Three-Day Warm-Up Match: Hello and welcome to our live coverage of the three-day warm-up match between India and Sri Lanka Cricket XI. First ball to be bowled at 10 AM. Stay tuned for more.
