Mohammad Kaif critiques India's intensity in Colombo Test draw against Sri Lanka
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 8:51 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Mohammad Kaif criticized India's lack of intensity in their recent Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo, suggesting that Virat Kohli's presence might have changed the outcome. India, in a strong position at the start of the final day, only managed two more dismissals as Sonal Dinusha scored an unbeaten 133, leading Sri Lanka to a draw. With the result, India secured a 1-0 series victory but faces increased challenges for World Test Championship qualification. India, currently fifth, must win at least six of their remaining seven matches to retain control over their fate in the tournament.
- •India drew the Test after leading on the final day.
- •Sonal Dinusha scored 133 not out for Sri Lanka.
- •India remains fifth in the World Test Championship standings.
- •The series victory was 1-0 in favor of India.
- •India needs six wins from seven remaining Tests.
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"According to Mohammad Kaif, India demonstrated a lack of intensity in their recent Test match in Colombo. He emphasized that the inclusion of Virat Kohli could have sharpened the team’s focus. With Sri Lanka managing to secure a draw, India’s prospects for World Test Championship qualification have become more complex, with seven matches ahead that could prove to be a steep challenge.
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