KL Rahul injured during first Sri Lanka-India Test at Galle

KL Rahul was injured during the first Test between Sri Lanka and India at the Galle International Stadium in Galle on August 15, 2026. He had been opening the innings and reached a half-century before leaving the field.

India won the toss and elected to bat in the match at Galle. Rahul had looked solid with the bat during his time at the crease prior to the incident after the tea interval.

As he walked out after tea Rahul appeared to be in discomfort and went into the dressing room for treatment. Team staff attended to him inside the dressing area.

Observers reported that he was still grimacing in pain as he walked out, was limping and was suffering from cramps, with the report stating he was "cramping everywhere." He returned to the dressing room while play continued.

Shubman Gill replaced Rahul at the crease following his departure from the field. The match remained in progress at the Galle International Stadium.

The report on the incident was published by Khel Now and written by Ankitjit Singh, who is described as a sports journalist with over three years of experience and a journalism degree from Delhi University.

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