Trial by spin with a hint of reverse: Inside India’s final net session in Colombo

In Colombo, Sarfaraz Khan stepped in as a replacement for Sai Sudharsan ahead of the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka. As the Indian team geared up for the series opener on August 15, the squad undertook a rigorous net practice, strategically adapting to the dry, cracked pitch conditions similar to those typically seen on Day 4. Captain Shubman Gill emphasised teamwork, collaborating intensely with throwdown specialists and coaches to fine-tune his batting ahead of the match.