Day of positives: Gill and Jaiswal fluent; bowlers rediscover sharpness
India's warm-up match against Sri Lanka Cricket XI yielded positive results, with key players showcasing their form. Gurnoor Brar and Devdutt Padikkal strengthened their cases, while the spinners enjoyed intensive practice. The tournament's outcome hung in the balance, as India chased 207 in 45 overs. Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal, who earlier scored 44 runs, batted together, demonstrating a fluid batting approach.
Gill's defensive skills, left-handed shots, and confident movement underlined his readiness for the upcoming Test in Galle. Jaiswal, after a duck in the first innings, responded with 61 runs off 46 balls, showcasing his aggression and adaptability to different deliveries. Pant, batting at number three, occupied the crease, resisted the urge to take on spinners, and scored 28 runs before falling.
In the final overs, Mohammed Siraj's blistering late cameo, with three sixes off Nuwantha, proved decisive, helping India cross the target and win by six wickets.
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