India considers Kuldeep Yadav or Saransh Jain for Colombo Test
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 11:03 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Ahead of the second Test against Sri Lanka beginning August 23 in Colombo, India's spin-bowling options are under review. Kuldeep Yadav, who struggled in the first Test in Galle with only one wicket for 103 runs, may be replaced by off-spinner Saransh Jain. Despite his disappointing performance in the IPL and previous Tests, Kuldeep remains supported by team management, who emphasize match conditions in the final decision. Saransh has been practicing in the nets and could provide a different dynamic against Sri Lanka's left-hand batting lineup.
- •Kuldeep took just one wicket in the first Test against Sri Lanka.
- •Saransh Jain could replace Kuldeep ahead of the second Test.
- •The second Test starts August 23 at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo.
- •Kuldeep's performance in the IPL has raised concerns among selectors.
- •Team management is assessing conditions for the best bowling combination.
- 11:03 AMYahoo Sports — Kuldeep Yadav or Saransh Jain? India face selection dilemma ahead of Colombo Test
"Kuldeep Yadav is currently navigating a challenging phase in his cricketing career after being excluded from the latest series. His IPL stint with Delhi Capitals has not met expectations, and he only managed to secure one wicket in the initial Test against Sri Lanka. Rumors indicate that Saransh Jain could be a potential replacement, aimed at providing the team with more dynamic options.
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