
Sanjay Manjrekar has urged India to retain Devdutt Padikkal at No. 3 even after Sai Sudharsan returns from injury, according to Sports.ndtv.com. Manjrekar called Padikkal 'God sent' for the position after his performance on the opening day of the Galle Test against Sri Lanka.
Padikkal was drafted into the playing XI after Sudharsan was ruled out of the series with a foot injury. He anchored India's innings, impressing with his composure. Manjrekar believes the left-hander has earned the right to keep his spot.
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