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KL Rahul drops catch as India plays warm-up match in Colombo

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 2:35 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

KL Rahul drops catch as India plays warm-up match in Colombo

Summary

KL Rahul experienced a significant moment during India's warm-up match against Sri Lanka XI in Colombo. While leading the team in the absence of injured captain Shubman Gill, Rahul dropped a catch at first slip when Ravindu Rasantha was on 43. Rasantha capitalized on this mistake, scoring a total of 71 runs before being dismissed by Manav Suthar. The match serves as a preparation for India ahead of a two-Test series against Sri Lanka, with the first Test beginning in Galle on August 15.

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•KL Rahul led India in Colombo due to Shubman Gill's injury.
•Ravindu Rasantha scored 71 after being dropped on 43.
•India is playing a three-day warm-up match.
•The first Test against Sri Lanka starts on August 15.

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What they're saying

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KL Rahul had a forgettable moment on the field during India's warm-up match against Sri Lanka XI in Colombo. Leading the side in the absence of injured captain Shubman Gill, Rahul dropped a simple catch at first slip when Ravindu Rasantha was on 43. The Sri Lanka batter made the most of the lifeline and went on to score 71.
— Yahoo Sports

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