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Chandimal Out: Concussion Replaces Star in Galle Test
18 Aug
Summary
- Dinesh Chandimal ruled out of Galle Test due to shoulder and head injury.
- Pasindu Sooriyabandara replaces Chandimal as concussion substitute.
- Sri Lanka needs 372 runs to win, a challenging target in the series.

Dinesh Chandimal is out for the remainder of the Galle Test after suffering an injury while fielding on the fourth day. He hurt his shoulder and head, prompting a precautionary scan which revealed no internal damage.
Following an assessment, Chandimal was ruled out due to concussion. Pasindu Sooriyabandara has been confirmed as his concussion replacement by the match referee. This incident impacts Sri Lanka's lineup as they face a significant challenge.
The Indian team dismissed Sri Lanka for 193 in their second innings, setting a target of 372. Sri Lanka has a history of successfully chasing targets above 350 on only two occasions in Test cricket.