India cricket tour of Sri Lanka 2026
The developments in this story so far, most recent first.
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Bumrah ruled out of Sri Lanka Tests; Nabi named replacement
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Bumrah sustained a knee injury during an ODI against England in Cardiff.
Jasprit Bumrah sustained a knee injury while fielding during a one-day international against England in Cardiff, UK, in July.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) reported that Bumrah was ruled out of the two-Test series against Sri Lanka due to persistent discomfort in his left knee and his ongoing recovery process.
Following his withdrawal from the squad, uncapped fast bowler Auqib Nabi was named as his replacement.
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Auqib Nabi played for India A during their tour of Sri Lanka.
During the tour of Sri Lanka in June and July, Auqib Nabi featured for India A. According to reports, he claimed six wickets across two first-class matches during that period.