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India bowlers restrict SLC XI to 363 for 8 in warm-up match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 6:26 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

India bowlers restrict SLC XI to 363 for 8 in warm-up match

Summary

India's bowlers made a strong comeback after a slow start on Day 1 of the warm-up match against SLC XI in Colombo, ending the day with the hosts at 363 for 8. Kuldeep Yadav, Manav Suthar, and Ravindra Jadeja each took two wickets, showcasing improved rhythm in the afternoon session. Shubman Gill missed play due to a finger injury sustained during practice, leading KL Rahul to captain the team. The match is part of India's preparations ahead of the Test series against Sri Lanka later in August.

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•SLC XI scored 363 for 8 after Day 1 of the warm-up match.
•Kuldeep Yadav, Manav Suthar, and Ravindra Jadeja took two wickets each.
•Shubman Gill sidelined due to a finger injury from practice.
•KL Rahul led the team in Gill's absence.
•The warm-up match is a precursor to the Test series later this month.

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6:26 PMYahoo Sports — India's day out in Colombo: Shubman Gill sidelined by injury as bowlers find rhythm after sluggish start

What they're saying

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India's bowlers gradually found their rhythm after a sluggish start as Manav Suthar, Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav picked up two wickets each to restrict SLC XI to 363 for 8 on the opening day of the warm-up match. Shubman Gill missed the day's play because of a finger injury, with KL Rahul leading the side.
— Yahoo Sports

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