The Galle International Stadium is one of Sri Lanka’s most famous cricket grounds. It has hosted many exciting Test matches and some great records.
Galle Test Records
| Record | Player/Team | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Highest individual score | Chris Gayle | 333 |
| Highest successful chase | Pakistan | 342 runs |
| Highest team score | Australia | 654/6 declared |
| Highest match total | Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh | 1,613 runs |
| Most wickets at Galle | Muttiah Muralitharan | 111 |
| Second-most wickets | Rangana Herath | 102 |
Chris Gayle’s 333
West Indies star Chris Gayle scored 333 runs against Sri Lanka at Galle. It is one of the biggest scores ever made at the ground.
Pakistan’s Record Chase
In 2022, Pakistan chased 342 runs against Sri Lanka. Abdullah Shafique scored an unbeaten 160 and helped Pakistan win the match.
Australia’s Big Score
Australia scored 654/6 declared against Sri Lanka in 2025. Usman Khawaja scored 232, while Steve Smith made 141.
Muralitharan’s Record
Sri Lankan legend Muttiah Muralitharan has taken 111 Test wickets at Galle. He is the leading wicket-taker at the ground.
He also took his 800th Test wicket at Galle in 2010. It was the final wicket of his Test career.
Why Galle Is Special
Galle has seen many big scores, great bowling performances and exciting Test matches. It is also famous for its beautiful location near the historic Galle Fort.
Galle remains one of the most memorable Test cricket grounds in the world.