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Sitanshu Kotak confirms Kuldeep Yadav's illness ahead of Colombo Test

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 8:32 AM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Sitanshu Kotak confirms Kuldeep Yadav's illness ahead of Colombo Test

Summary

Indian batting coach Sitanshu Kotak addressed concerns regarding Kuldeep Yadav's absence from the Test against Sri Lanka due to a viral fever, asserting there is no need to fake an illness. Rishabh Pant retired hurt after being hit on the wrist but is expected to resume his innings on Monday. The day also saw tensions between Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando following Jaiswal's dismissal. India concluded Day 1 at 300/5 with Dhruv Jurel and Saransh Jain unbeaten. Kotak described the altercation as a momentary lapse in sportsmanship.

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By the Numbers

•Kuldeep Yadav misses match due to viral fever.
•Rishabh Pant likely to resume batting after injury.
•India ends Day 1 at 300/5.
•Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando exchanged words post-dismissal.
•Tensions noted as a momentary incident by coaches.

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8:32 AMYahoo Sports — No need to fake Kuldeep Yadav’s illness: Sitanshu Kotak

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Indian batting coach Sitanshu Kotak confirmed Kuldeep Yadav's viral fever, dismissing speculation about his absence. Rishabh Pant retired hurt after being struck on the wrist by a bouncer. He is expected to resume his innings on Monday, aiding the team's score. Tempers flared between Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando following Jaiswal's dismissal. Kotak called the confrontation a heat of the moment incident.
— Yahoo Sports

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