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Sri Lanka Announce Squad for SL vs IND 2026 2nd Test; Include 2 Uncapped Red-Ball Players Amid Injury Crisis
Sri Lanka turned to two uncapped batters after injuries ruled out Kusal Mendis and Dinesh Chandimal before the second Test against India.
- Sri Lanka has drafted Kamil Mishara and Sahan Arachchige for the second Test against India, replacing injured Kusal Mendis and Dinesh Chandimal ahead of the Colombo Test.
- Injuries forced the changes after Sri Lanka Coach Gary Kirsten confirmed Mendis suffered a "proper hamstring injury" and Chandimal entered seven-day concussion protocols following the Galle Test.
- Both players are uncapped, yet they offer strong form; Mishara recently smashed 145 off 72 balls, while Arachchige hit 127 during recent play.
- Facing a 0-1 series deficit, the hosts hope these additions provide necessary batting depth; wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella has also joined the squad.
- The Colombo Test begins on August 23, 2026. Sri Lanka must overcome these personnel setbacks to salvage the two-Test series after falling by 10 wickets.
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