Sooriyabandara replaces Chandimal as concussion substitute in India-Sri Lanka Test

Sri Lankan captain Dimuth Chandimal was forced off the field during Day 4 of the first Test against India after sustaining a shoulder injury. Sri Lanka Cricket confirmed that Chandimal was taken to hospital for scans to assess the extent of the injury.

Following Chandimal's departure, Sooriyabandara was named as his concussion substitute for the remainder of the match. The move allows Sri Lanka to maintain its playing strength despite the captain's absence from the field.