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Kings of Galle: The Jayasuriya-Mendis twister awaits Indian batters

Sri Lankan spinners Prabath Jayasuriya and Ramesh Mendis have made Galle their favorite venue. They have collectively taken 145 wickets at this ground, posing a significant challenge. Jayasuriya, nicknamed the 'King of Galle,' uses the wind effectively to generate drift. Mendis provides crucial support, maintaining pressure from the other end.…

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How Gen Z and India’s Cockroach Janata Party are successfully challenging Narendra Modi

Gen Z protesters have taken to the streets in mass numbers in South Asia in recent years — particularly in Nepal, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, leading to regime change in those countries. These protests are part of a broader, global Gen Z movement.

The Conversation

Old ground, new reality: A proud record against Sri Lanka offers little comfort to an Indian side still searching for identity

India faces Sri Lanka in a Test series with no current player knowing defeat. The team's bowling attack shows significant inexperience in Jasprit Bumrah's absence. Batting also appears shaky despite Shubman Gill's recovery and Yashasvi Jaiswal's hunger. This series is crucial for India's World Test Championship qualification hopes. Victory is…

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Gurnoor Brar could be India's X-Factor in Bumrah's absence: Former Sri Lanka allrounder Farveez Maharoof

Former Sri Lanka allrounder Farveez Maharoof sees Gurnoor Brar as an X-factor for India. He would be tempted to debut the young pacer against Sri Lanka. India will miss Jasprit Bumrah's reverse-swinging ability in the upcoming series. Maharoof also discussed the spinner selection and Rishabh Pant's potential impact. He predicted…

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Travelling to Sri Lanka? Indian tourists can now save 20% on PickMe rides with UPI payments

Indian tourists can now enjoy a flat twenty percent discount on PickMe rides in Sri Lanka. This offer is valid for rides paid for using UPI, up to a limit of seven hundred fifty Sri Lankan rupees. The initiative aims to encourage digital payments and reduce cash reliance for Indian…

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I joined a group tour after travelling the world solo for 20 years – and fell in love

Intrigued by the rise of group tours, Lydia Swinscoe embarked on a whirlwind trip that changed her life in the most unexpected of ways

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Sri Lanka planned 17 solar projects in Hambantota, but the development could reduce scrubland used by more than 400 elephants

On the dry plains around Hambantota, the vegetation can look unremarkable at first glance. Thorny scrub, patches of grass and scattered trees cover land that has already been reshaped by farms, roads and large infrastructure projects. Yet this rough-looking landscape is part of the everyday range of hundreds of Sri…

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ICC Women's Player of the Month nominees announced for July

Hayley Matthews, Harshitha Samarawickrama, and Nat Sciver-Brunt are nominated for the ICC award. Matthews showcased exceptional all-round performances with bat and ball in ODIs. Samarawickrama played a key role in Sri Lanka's ODI series victory over Pakistan. Sciver-Brunt's crucial knocks helped England reach the T20 World Cup final. These players…

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The Rusty-Spotted Cat Is India's Smallest Wild Feline and Almost Nobody Knows It Exists

Smaller Than Your Kitten, Deadlier Than You'd ExpectThe rusty-spotted cat (Prionailurus rubiginosus) weighs between 0.9 and 1.6 kilograms at full adult size. A domestic cat typically weighs three to five kilograms. This wild feline fits in a human hand and would lose a size comparison to most Indian street kittens.…

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Shubman Gill "very much ready" for first Sri Lanka Test: Bahutule after skipper's return during final day of warm-up clash

Gill made a return to the action during the final day of the warm-up clash, scoring a quick 44 in 54 balls, laying the foundation of an easy 207-run chase for India that will give them plenty of morale ahead of the two-match Test series starting from August 15 onwards…

The Economic Times

Australia lead WTC standings as India look to revive campaign against Sri Lanka

Australia leads the World Test Championship standings with seven wins from eight matches. South Africa follows in second place, having secured three wins from four games. New Zealand is third, with four wins from six matches played so far. India, the two-time runners-up, faces pressure after recent defeats. Teams are…

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Sarfaraz Khan replaces injured Sai Sudharsan in India’s Test squad for Sri Lanka series

Sarfaraz Khan joins the Indian Test squad for the Sri Lanka series. He replaces Sai Sudharsan, who suffered an injury and is undergoing rehabilitation. Sudharsan did not travel with the team and missed the warm-up match. The first Test against Sri Lanka is scheduled to begin in Galle. The Board…

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Players play through injuries during IPL due to franchise, financial pressures, then are dumped onto unsuspecting COE physios: BCCI CoE Source

A source at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) has raised concerns over players playing through injuries during the Indian Premier League (IPL) due to franchise and financial pressures before being sent to the national cricket board's rehabilitation facility, making the task of managing their return to international cricket increasingly…

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India hands over another consignment of Bailey bridges to Sri Lanka

India delivered a third consignment of Bailey bridges to Sri Lanka. This delivery supports rural road reconstruction after Cyclone Ditwah caused damage. The bridges were handed over as part of India's reconstruction package. Indian Army engineers will install these bridges across the island. This action helps restore vital connectivity and…

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India Tour of Sri Lanka: Padikkal makes strong case for No. 3 during warm up match

Devdutt Padikkal scored an unbeaten century during India's warm-up match against Sri Lanka. Rishabh Pant and Dhruv Jurel failed to score significantly in favorable batting conditions. India finished the day at 357 for 8 after 90 overs. B Sai Sudharsan was ruled out of the series due to a toe…

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Sai Sudharsan ruled out of Sri Lanka Test series

B Sai Sudharsan has been ruled out of the Test series against Sri Lanka due to a toe injury he suffered during the India A tour last month. Medical professionals have recommended additional healing time, paving the way for Devdutt Padikkal to step in and bat at number three. Additionally,…

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Warm-Up Game: Indian bowlers make comeback after poor first session; SLC XI post 363/8

Sri Lanka posted 363 for 8 on day one of the warm-up match. Young Sri Lankan batters showed ease against the Indian bowling attack. Kuldeep Yadav-led spinners staged a recovery in the final session. Openers Nishan Fernando and Ravindu Rasantha built a strong opening partnership. Sonal Dinusha displayed technique and…

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3 inmates killed, over 20 injured in fresh prison clashes in Sri Lanka

Separate prison clashes in Sri Lanka killed three inmates and injured twenty-three others. Unrest at Kuruwita prison resulted in two deaths and thirteen injuries after a drug bust. Magazine Prison saw one inmate killed and ten injured during a Thursday night riot. Authorities have brought both violent incidents under control…

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Sri Lanka deploys troops to contain growing prison unrest, minister says

Officials have attributed the growing unrest to acute overcrowding. Sri Lanka's prisons hold about four times their intended capacity.

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IND vs SL Test Series 2026 Squad: When and where to watch India vs Sri Lanka matches, full team list, schedule and live streaming details as warm-up match begins today

India vs Sri Lanka Matches: Fans from India and Sri Lanka eagerly await a thrilling red-ball series set to commence this month. India aims to maintain its impressive unbeaten streak against Sri Lanka, a record dating back to 2008. A four-day practice match in Colombo will precede the Tests, ensuring…

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Ind vs SL: Shubman Gill suffers finger injury, misses Day 1 of India's warm-up match ahead of Sri Lanka Tests

India captain Shubman Gill will miss the first day of the warm-up match due to a finger injury. The BCCI medical team is monitoring his progress as a precautionary measure. This practice game is India's sole competitive outing before the Test series. The team aims to adapt to local conditions…

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India vs Sri Lanka: Bad weather threatens IND vs SL warm-up clash in Colombo, putting Shubman Gill-led side's Test preparations at risk

Colombo is set for persistent rain, with wet weather threatening to disrupt India's crucial three-day warm-up match ahead of the Test series. The fixture is the visitors' only opportunity to adapt to Sri Lanka's spin-friendly conditions before the opening Test in Galle. Batters and bowlers alike will be eager to…

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Indian batters aim to ace spin test in warm-up before Test series against SL

Indian batters will fine-tune skills against spin in a warm-up match. This practice is crucial for the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka. The team faces a capable spin attack in home conditions. Many players are experiencing these shores for the first time. Intermittent rain may potentially disrupt the planned…

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Sri Lanka Navy launches rescue operation for Indian vessel carrying 11 crew members

An Indian fishing trawler with eleven crew members ran aground in Sri Lankan waters. The Sri Lanka Navy rescued the fishermen after the vessel sustained partial structural damage. This incident occurred near Delft Island, also known as Neduntheevu, in the Palk Strait. The Indian vessel allegedly engaged in illegal bottom…

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Gautam Gambhir says India ready for Sri Lanka Test challenge

Coach Gautam Gambhir emphasized team readiness for the upcoming Sri Lanka Test series. The squad aims to be fully prepared for all challenges presented during the matches. This series marks India's first World Test Championship assignment since their last defeat. Newcomers Saransh Jain and Auqib Nabi received congratulations from the…

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