Saransh Jain Earns Maiden India Test Call-Up Ahead of Sri Lanka Tour
West Indies and Pakistan commence their second Test today, marking the start of a new series amidst a quiet spell in men's international cricket.
The story
As the international cricket calendar enters a brief lull, attention turns to upcoming tours and squad announcements. India's men's team is preparing for their Test series against Sri Lanka, scheduled to begin on August 15.
A notable development sees Saransh Jain receiving his maiden Test call-up for the tour, signaling a fresh face in the squad. This period allows teams to regroup and strategize before a busy schedule resumes. Fans can anticipate more action later this month as several key bilateral series get underway, promising a return to competitive international cricket.
Latest results
| Match | Format | Result | Star |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya vs Bahrain | T20I | Kenya won by 1 wicket |
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Men's Test Bowling Rankings | 1. Jasprit Bumrah (India), 2. Matt Henry (New Zealand) | Rankings last updated on July 28, 2026. |
| ICC Men's ODI Batting Rankings | 1. Shubman Gill (India), 2. Daryl Mitchell (New Zealand) | Rankings last updated on July 28, 2026. |
| ICC Men's ODI All-Rounder Rankings | 1. Azmatullah Omarzai (Afghanistan), 2. Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Bangladesh) | Rankings last updated on July 28, 2026. |
What we'll be watching
- West Indies vs Pakistan: 2nd Test, starting August 2, 2026, at Queen's Park Oval, Port of Spain.
- Scotland vs United Arab Emirates: Match 122, ICC CWC League 2, on August 3, 2026, at Forthill, Dundee.
- Ireland vs Afghanistan: 1st ODI, on August 5, 2026, at Bready Cricket Club, Bready.
- Sri Lanka vs India: 1st Test, starting August 15, 2026, at Galle International Stadium, Galle.
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