Coach Gautam Gambhir emphasized team readiness for the upcoming Sri Lanka Test series. The squad aims to be fully prepared for all challenges presented during the matches. This series marks India's first World Test Championship assignment since their last defeat. Newcomers Saransh Jain and Auqib Nabi received congratulations from the head coach. Both players earned their spots through strong domestic cricket performances.

India arrive in Sri Lanka for a two-Test series starting August 15 in Galle, with a three-day warm-up in Colombo shaping their World Test Championship campaign.

Gautam Gambhir welcomed India's new entrants, praised Saransh Jain and Auqib Nabi, and urged the squad to be fully prepared for the crucial Sri Lanka Tests. | Cricket