India prepares for Test series against Sri Lanka with rigorous practice in Colombo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 6:48 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
The Indian cricket team conducted a final net session in Colombo in preparation for their Test series against Sri Lanka, set to begin on August 15. Sarfaraz Khan joined the squad as a replacement for Sai Sudharsan. The session focused on adapting to spin-friendly conditions expected in the series, with batters practicing against a spin quartet. Captain Shubman Gill emphasized team collaboration and engaged in extensive batting drills with coaches and throwdown specialists. The team will travel to Galle on August 11, with additional practice sessions scheduled before the first Test.
- •Sarfaraz Khan replaces Sai Sudharsan ahead of the Sri Lanka series.
- •Intense net session focused on spin-friendly pitch preparation.
- •Shubman Gill led batting practice with assistance from coaches.
- •Team travels to Galle on August 11 for further preparation.
- •First Test scheduled to commence on August 15.
- 6:48 PMYahoo Sports — 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.
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