A big blow for the Sri Lanka National Cricket Team, and relief for the India National Cricket Team, as Kusal Mendis is likely to miss the first Test of the upcoming two-match Test series against India, starting on August 15 in Galle.
As per the latest reports from Sri Lankan media on August 6, the experienced batter has an injury issue, from which he is yet to recover. As his recovery phase is yet to be concluded, there is a fair chance for him to miss the crucial first game against the Indian cricket team.
Kusal Mendis is likely to miss the India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test match in Galle
Danushka Aravinda, a Sri Lankan sports journalist, informed through a 'X' post that Kusal Mendis injured himself during a match in the 2026 edition of the Lankan Premier League (LPL 2026). He is still recovering from the injury. Therefore, because of the injury, he could miss the first match.
However, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) is yet to take a final call on the future of its star cricketer.
BREAKING ???? Kusal Mendis is more likely to miss the first Test in Galle as he continues his recovery from injury.#sportspavilionlk #danushkaaravinda #BreakingNews #SLvsIND #SLvIND #fypシ゚viralシfypシ゚ #KusalMendis pic.twitter.com/4oNZqgshco
— DANUSHKA ARAVINDA (@DanuskaAravinda) August 6, 2026
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