Shubman Gill to lead India in first Test as Bumrah and Sudharsan are sidelined
Cricket
India captain Shubman Gill said ahead of the Galle Test on 14 August 2026 that he is set to lead his squad in the upcoming first Test.
He said he remained confident in his team's capabilities despite Jasprit Bumrah and Sai Sudharsan being sidelined for the series.
Gill stressed careful monitoring of the injured players and highlighted the five-day Test match format's role in safeguarding their health and fostering bench strength.
