IND vs SL 1st Test, Day 4: Dinesh Chandimal forced off the field with shoulder and neck injuries

Dinesh Chandimal sustained neck and shoulder injuries while fielding in the outfield. | Photo Credit: AFP Dinesh Chandimal sustained neck and shoulder injuries while fielding in the outfield. | Photo Credit: AFP Sri Lanka batter Dinesh Chandimal was forced off the field with an injury sustained during the first session of Day 4 of its ongoing Test against India in Galle. “Dinesh Chandimal sustained an injury to his right shoulder and neck while diving to prevent a boundary while fielding during the first session of day 4,’” said a statement for Sri Lanka Cricket. “He was assessed by the team physiotherapist and doctor on the ground and has been taken to the hospital for a precautionary scan. Further updates will be provided once the scan results are available.” Chandimal — who bats at number three for this Sri Lankan side — scored four runs from 16 balls in the first innings before falling to Manav Suthar. Published on Aug 18, 2026