# Morkel backs India’s spin-heavy plan for Galle Test 2026-08-13T14:39:51+00:00 | Sports | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 4 independent outlets India could field three spinners in the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle from August 15, bowling coach Morne Morkel has indicated. Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav are likely starters, while Manav Suthar and Saransh Jain are competing for the third spot, The New Indian Express reports. Morkel also warned India’s pacers to adapt to Sri Lanka’s heat and humidity. He expects the Kookaburra ball to soften after 20 to 35 overs, reducing its threat. Mohammed Siraj is set to lead an inexperienced pace group after injuries to Jasprit Bumrah and Harshit Rana. Morkel said KL Rahul’s experience and communication could help younger players prepare for Galle’s conditions. India beat Sri Lanka Cricket XI by six wickets in their warm-up match, with Devdutt Padikkal making 142 not out. ## Coverage - sports.ndtv.com - timesnownews.com - rediff.com - newindianexpress.com Tags: heat and humidity, India cricket team, Morne Morkel, pace attack, Sri Lanka Tests Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/morkel-warns-india-pacers-of-heat-and-humidity-in-sri-lanka/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/morkel-warns-india-pacers-of-heat-and-humidity-in-sri-lanka/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.