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Rohit Sharma, the captain of the Indian Cricket Team in ODIs, along with his squad, has touched down in Colombo ahead of their upcoming three-match series against Sri Lanka, scheduled to commence on August 2. Reports indicate that the team, including prominent players such as Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Kuldeep Yadav, and Harshit Rana, has checked into Colombo’s ITC Ratnadipa hotel on July 28.
The anticipation is mounting not only for the thrilling Sri Lanka versus India matches but also for the strategic changes in the coaching setup of the Indian cricket team. With Gautam Gambhir assuming the role of India’s new head coach, attention now turns to finalizing the rest of the coaching staff, particularly the appointment of the bowling coach.
Morne Morkel to join Indian cricket team before Bangladesh series.
Recent developments indicate that Morne Morkel, the former South African pace ace, is poised to take on the role of Team India’s bowling coach ahead of the upcoming home series against Bangladesh. Reports from Cricbuzz suggest that Morkel will begin his stint with the Indian team during the Bangladesh series, with his official appointment anticipated before the start of the home fixtures.
Currently, Sairaj Bahutule is fulfilling the interim responsibilities as the bowling coach in Sri Lanka, but uncertainties loom over his chances of securing the permanent position.
