The 2026-27 domestic cricket season is set to kick off with the Duleep Trophy on August 23.
Laxman defended the CoE amidst a growing player injury crisis.
India completed a six-wicket victory in the practice match at NCC Ground in Colombo on Sunday.
India's two-Test tour of Sri Lanka will kick-off in Galle on August 15.
The first Test between Sri Lanka and India will be played at Galle from August 15 onwards.
Mohammad Shami last played for India in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.