De Silva on Dickwella selection: In Galle, 'player with the best glovework plays'

Sri Lanka Test captain Dhananjaya de Silva has confirmed that Niroshan Dickwella will serve as the wicketkeeper for the upcoming first Test match against India in Galle. De Silva justified the selection by emphasizing that the primary requirement for the position at this venue is superior glovework rather than batting prowess.

While acknowledging that other candidates may offer stronger batting performances, the captain maintained that Dickwella remains the most skilled wicketkeeper currently available in the Sri Lankan squad. The decision highlights a strategic preference for defensive reliability behind the stumps for the series opener.