A horrifying scene coming fresh out of the ongoing India vs Sri Lanka Test match in Galle. Nishan Fernando, who was standing at the short leg area, got a blow on his head. KL Rahul was then the batter on strike, who went for a sweep shot.
The connection between the bat and ball seemed good as it lashed on the fielder’s helmet with force. Within a fraction of a second, Nishan Fernando ducked his head to cover himself, and the ball hit him right on the middle of the helmet.
Will Nishan Fernando be able to play the rest of the India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test match?
The blow was impactful; the fielder was immediately on the ground with some pain. The Sri Lanka cricket team physio quickly rushed onto the ground to check the batter. A blow to the head is always considered a serious incident in the game.
Assessing the medical conditions of Nishan Fernando, the Sri Lanka cricket team could think about a concussion replacement later in the match.
Nishan Madushka Fernando is struck on the helmet and walks off the field. 🏏#SLvIND #TeamIndia #ShubmanGill #Galle #SriLankaCricket #TestCricket #SriLanka #WTC27 #IndependenceDay pic.twitter.com/Wp2jggPkWj
— lightningspeed (@lightningspeedk) August 15, 2026
INJURY – Nishan Madushka goes out of ground as bat hits hard on his helmet.
No official confirmation and updates on Nishan Madushka via SLC. 🇱🇰 pic.twitter.com/hn18sg7MGQ
— Maina Singh (@Maina_Singhx77) August 15, 2026
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