The ODI series has not gone India’s way, but the longer format offers a new opportunity. The visitors have traditionally enjoyed success against the Sri Lanka U19s in multi-day cricket and will be looking to start this two-match unofficial Test series on a positive note.
Head to Head:
Recent history is firmly on India’s side. In the last five youth Test matches between the two teams, India U19 won two by one innings, while the remaining three games ended in draws.
Last five meetings:
India U19 won by 147 runs in an innings
India U19 won by 21 runs
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Sri Lanka U19 led by Vimath Dinsara
The home team is captained by batsman Vimath Dinsara. Sri Lanka have several all-round options in the squad, including Kawija Gamache, Viran Chamundita and Dimas Abeysinghe, which could be crucial in the long run.
Sagar Virk appointed as India U19 captain
The India U19 team will be led by wicketkeeper-batsman Sagar Virk. The visitors will also keep a close eye on top-order batsman Lakshya Raichandani and a promising bowling line-up of Aryan Sakpa, Priyanshu Singh and Kush Patel.
Conditions in Galle can test batsmen
Galle is known for providing help to the spinners when the game is going on. The batsmen need to make the most of the early conditions, while the bowlers are eager to take advantage of any turn in the ground.
