Deep Dasgupta has backed Kuldeep Yadav's inclusion in India's playing XI for the Sri Lanka Test series, saying the wrist-spinner is essential on turning pitches. The former wicketkeeper also urged India to prioritise rebuilding its Test team over immediate World Test Championship qualification.
Former India wicketkeeper Deep Dasgupta believes India's batting against spin will be its biggest challenge in the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka. He also said the team management must demonstrate a clear direction as the side continues its transition under Shubman Gill
Former India cricketer Deep Dasgupta has urged the team management to revamp its bowling combination following the T20I loss to England. He suggested benching a spinner to field a third specialist seamer, despite the risk to batting depth
