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Rahane warns Indian batters against defensive approach in Sri Lanka Tests
Ajinkya Rahane has warned Indian batters against a defensive approach against Sri Lankan spinners in the two-Test series starting August 15 at Galle. The former vice-captain said batsmen need to be "proactive"…
The Story in Brief
Ajinkya Rahane has warned Indian batters against a defensive approach against Sri Lankan spinners in the two-Test series starting August 15 at Galle. The former vice-captain said batsmen need to be "proactive" rather than waiting for bad balls. sports.ndtv.com reports that the advice is directed especially at openers Shubman Gill and head coach Gautam Gambhir, who have been urged to avoid a cautious mindset. Sri Lanka's spinners are expected to exploit home conditions on a turning track.
The Indian Opinion
Every home series against Sri Lanka triggers the 'spin-bogey' narrative, as if every Indian batter forgets how to play turn. The real story is simpler: Galle's pitch offers sharp turn from day one, but the overcorrection, being too defensive, is what gets batters out. Rahane's caution is sensible, not alarmist. Watch the first session of the Test: if India lose three quick wickets playing tentatively, the debate will shift from 'too defensive' to 'not enough intent'.
Source: sports.ndtv.com
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