NEW DELHI: India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Friday confirmed that left-handed batter Sai Sudharsan will bat at number three in the one-off Test against Afghanistan, which begins on Saturday in New Chandigarh.

Kumble went on to back uncapped pacer Gurnoor Brar for a debut, arguing that a player's selection should be rewarded with an opportunity in the XI. | Cricket

India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate acknowledged challenges in solidifying the No.3 Test spot, following retirements of stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.