Sri Lanka Gear Up for Tests vs India

The Sri Lankan team sweated it out on the eve of their first Test against India at Galle.

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All eyes were on Kumar Sangakkara who will retire after the first two Tests.

Angelo Mathews though is focusing on his youngsters. "Ours is a young side and learning all the time," he said. "It's unfair to measure these youngsters against the likes of Mahela and Sangakkara."

Kaushal Silva stretches during a practice session.

India are favourites to win the series but the Sri Lankans are expected to give them a tough fight.