India vs Sri Lanka 2026: Team India is set to achieve another major milestone in Test cricket when it takes the field against Sri Lanka on August 15. The opening match of the two-Test series in Galle will be India's 600th Test match, placing the team among an elite group of nations to have reached the landmark.

Led by Shubman Gill, India has already arrived in Sri Lanka to begin preparations for the historic series. The first Test will be played at the Galle International Stadium from August 15 to August 19.

A Historic Milestone for Indian Cricket

India made its Test debut in 1932 and has since established itself as one of the strongest teams in world cricket. The upcoming match against Sri Lanka will mark nearly a century of India's journey in the longest format of the game.

The 600th Test is expected to be another memorable chapter in Indian cricket history as the team looks to continue its success in overseas conditions.

India's Test Record Before the 600th Match

Ahead of the milestone Test, India has played 599 Test matches.

Overall Test record:

• Matches Played: 599
• Won: 186
• Lost: 188
• Drawn: 224
• Tied: 1

Over the decades, India has produced some of the game's greatest cricketers and has transformed from a developing Test nation into one of the sport's dominant forces.

Teams With the Most Test Matches

England continues to hold the record for playing the highest number of Test matches, having been part of the format since the inaugural Test in 1877.

With the first Test against Sri Lanka, India will officially become only the third team to reach the milestone of 600 Test matches.

India Squad for the Sri Lanka Test Series

The Indian squad features a mix of experienced campaigners and emerging young talent.

India squad:

• Shubman Gill (Captain)
• KL Rahul (Vice-Captain)
• Yashasvi Jaiswal
• Rishabh Pant (Wicketkeeper)
• Sai Sudharsan*
• Dhruv Jurel (Wicketkeeper)
• Ravindra Jadeja
• Kuldeep Yadav
• Manav Suthar
• Aqib Nabi Dar
• Mohammed Siraj
• Prasidh Krishna
• Gurnoor Brar
• Devdutt Padikkal
• Saransh Jain

*Sai Sudharsan's participation will depend on his fitness.

India vs Sri Lanka Test Series Schedule

First Test

Date: August 15–19, 2026
Venue: Galle International Stadium, Galle

Second Test

Date: August 23–27, 2026
Venue: Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo

Eyes on a Memorable Achievement

The 600th Test represents a landmark moment for Indian cricket, highlighting more than nine decades of history, memorable victories and consistent growth in the traditional format of the game. As India begins the series against Sri Lanka, the team will look to celebrate the occasion with another successful chapter in its rich Test legacy.