Gautam Gambhir advises Kuldeep Yadav ahead of second Test in Colombo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 2:49 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
India's cricket team, fresh off a 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in Galle, prepares for the second Test starting Sunday in Colombo. Head coach Gautam Gambhir has backed spinner Kuldeep Yadav despite his lackluster performance in the first Test, where he took just one wicket. Gambhir emphasized the need for Kuldeep to focus on his bowling rather than seeking wickets desperately. The team management will decide on Kuldeep's inclusion or consider options like Saransh Jain, who has a strong First-Class record. Kuldeep's form has emerged as a key discussion point leading into the match.
- •India won the first Test against Sri Lanka by 165 runs.
- •Kuldeep Yadav took one wicket in Galle over two innings.
- •Gambhir urges Kuldeep to concentrate on bowling effectively.
- •The second Test starts Sunday in Colombo.
- •Team management may consider replacing Kuldeep with Saransh Jain.
- 2:49 PMYahoo Sports — 'Don't be desperate for wickets': Gautam Gambhir's message to Kuldeep Yadav
"India returned to winning ways in the World Test Championship after a 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test at the Galle International Stadium on Wednesday. Four days after that win, the visitors will be back in action in Colombo for the second and final Test. India will be pleased with most aspects of their performance in Galle, but Kuldeep's form remains one of the major talking points.
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