To be part of the 600, it’s a big feeling and very happy about that. Look, it was very important, firstly, to get that 10 days of window. “Firstly, it’s a massive honour to be part of India’s 600th Test match on Independence Day.
Calling it a ‘massive honour’ to be part of India’s milestone 600th Test match, star left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav on Saturday said the team has had ample time to adapt to local conditions and get used to the Kookaburra ball ahead of the upcoming series against Sri Lanka.
Calling it a massive honour’ to be part of India’s milestone 600th Test match, star left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav on Saturday said the team has had ample time to adapt to local conditions in Sri Lanka.
Conditions in Sri Lanka often present unique challenges, particularly regarding the behaviour of the pitch due to its spin-friendly nature.
But I mean, we got enough time to prepare for the Test series,” Kuldeep said in a pre-match chat with the broadcasters. “Then obviously, practice at Colombo for like six days, and those six days were very good in terms of preparing in all the conditions. Addressing the adaptation process, Kuldeep noted the squad had already engaged in detailed discussions to tackle the shift from the SG balls used in India to the Kookaburra balls utilized here.
Focusing on the venue at Galle, known historically for offering assistance to spinners alongside strong seaside breezes, Kuldeep highlighted the specific factors spinners will need to account for during the match.
