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Gill hints at choice between Prasidh Krishna and Gurnoor Brar for first Test

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 3:47 PM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Gill hints at choice between Prasidh Krishna and Gurnoor Brar for first Test

Summary

Ahead of India's first Test against Sri Lanka on Saturday, captain Shubman Gill revealed that Prasidh Krishna is likely to share the new ball with Mohammed Siraj, although Gurnoor Brar is also a contender. Gill described the decision as a tough call, particularly following Jasprit Bumrah's absence due to injury. India plans to feature three left-arm spinners in the lineup, including Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav. This Test marks India’s 600th since their debut in the format in 1932, and Gill expressed the significance of leading the team on this milestone.

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•Prasidh Krishna and Gurnoor Brar compete for new ball alongside Siraj.
•India will use three left-arm spinners in the first Test.
•The match starts on Saturday, the 600th Test for India.
•Gill emphasizes the need for players to step up in Bumrah's absence.
•Development of younger players is a focus for the team.

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3:47 PMYahoo Sports — Prasidh Krishna or Gurnoor Brar: Who'll share new ball with Siraj? Gill drops hint on 'tough call'

What they're saying

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India are expected to field three left-arm spinners — Ravindra Jadeja and Manav Suthar as orthodox options, along with wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav. Among the four pacers in the squad, Siraj is the only confirmed selection.
— Yahoo Sports

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