India coach Gautam Gambhir expressed high regard for Kuldeep Yadav, emphasizing his value beyond wicket tallies, while remaining undecided on his inclusion in specific conditions.
Gambhir stressed the need for wrist-spinners like Kuldeep to focus on taking wickets while maintaining control (Image Source: X/@BCCI)
Aug 22, 2026
07:39 pm
What's the storyIndia's head coach Gautam Gambhir has said the management rates Kuldeep Yadav highly in the team ahead of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
Speaking at a pre-match press conference, Gambhir stressed the need for wrist-spinners like Kuldeep to focus on taking wickets while maintaining control.
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