India Women's Test Tour of Sri Lanka Commences in Galle
The two-Test series, marking India's return to the format in Sri Lanka, is officially underway with the first match beginning today.
The story
The highly anticipated Test series between India Women and Sri Lanka Women officially commenced today, August 15, with the first Test match taking place in Galle. This series marks India's return to the Test format in Sri Lanka.
Fans will be watching closely as both teams vie for an early advantage in what promises to be a compelling contest. The focus for Day 1 will be on setting a strong foundation, with captains and key players looking to make their mark early in the series. While no results have been concluded yet, the start of this bilateral tour signals a significant moment for women's international cricket. [8, 5, 18]
Series in play
India Women tour of Sri Lanka. 1st Test, Day 1 in Galle
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Women's ODI Team Rankings | Australia - 1st | Australia continues to dominate the ODI format. [1, 4] |
| ICC Women's T20I Team Rankings | Australia - 1st | Australia holds the top spot in T20Is. [1, 4] |
| ICC Women's ODI Batting Rankings | Smriti Mandhana (India) - 1st | Mandhana recently reclaimed the top position. [4] |
| ICC Women's T20I Batting Rankings | Georgia Voll (Australia) - 1st | Voll is currently the world's top-ranked T20I batter. [4] |
What we'll be watching
- Day 2 of the 1st Test between India Women and Sri Lanka Women in Galle on August 16, 2026.
- South Africa Women tour of Zimbabwe, starting September 13, 2026, in Bulawayo. [2]
- Bangladesh Women tour of Australia, with the first match scheduled for October 9, 2026, in Brisbane. [2]
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