Ahead of the Sri Lanka Test series, Gautam Gambhir welcomed Saransh Jain, Aaqib Nabi, and new fielding coach Shubhdeep Ghosh. He urged the team to come fully prepared.

Gautam Gambhir's message ahead of the Sri Lanka Test series

The Test series between India and Sri Lanka is just a few days away. Beforehand, Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir addressed the entire squad and welcomed the new players. He congratulated Saransh Jain and Aaqib Nabi, who have joined the team for the first time, but also made it clear that the real challenge begins now.

Following Washington Sundar's injury, 33-year-old all-rounder Saransh Jain from Madhya Pradesh has earned his first call-up to the Indian Test team. He recently performed brilliantly for India A against Sri Lanka A. He earned the selectors' trust by taking six wickets with the ball and scoring a crucial 70 runs.

Gautam Gambhir welcomed Saransh, saying that he has worked hard to reach this position. Now, whenever he gets the opportunity, he should bring glory to his family and country. As soon as Gambhir finished speaking, the entire team applauded and welcomed both new players. Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir fast bowler Aaqib Nabi was included in the team after Jasprit Bumrah 's injury. He set the record for the highest wicket-taker in the last Ranji Trophy season with 60 wickets. His initial omission raised many questions, but he eventually earned a call-up to Team India.

Gambhir praised Aaqib, saying that he performed brilliantly last season and played a key role in Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy victory. He congratulated Aaqib on this achievement and expressed hope that he will continue his good form in the future.

There has also been a major change in Team India's support staff. 57-year-old Shubhdeep Ghosh has replaced T. Dilip as the new fielding coach. It is believed that the Indian team's fielding has not been up to expectations for some time now. Therefore, Shubhdeep Ghosh is expected to improve the team's fielding.

Gautam Gambhir also welcomed Shubhdeep Ghosh, saying that his experience, passion, and energy will greatly benefit the team. He expressed confidence that the new fielding coach will play a key role in helping the team reach its goals. Concluding his address, Gambhir reminded the entire team of the challenges ahead. He said that all players are aware of the stakes ahead. The team must put in all its efforts so that, whether it's batting or bowling, the team has answers ready for every question in the first Test, starting August 15th.