Because they knew a big shower was coming, with the rain arriving just five minutes after their 165-run victory in Galle, india vice-captain KL Rahul said the visitors were determined to push for a result against Sri Lanka. Rahul, who scored 82 in India’s first innings, said the team did not want to waste time by delaying the game.
Speaking to broadcaster SonyLiv, Rahul said the weather played a part in India’s approach on the final day. “We knew one big shower was going to come and we didn’t want to delay the game,” Rahul said.
India’s Fast Bowlers Key to Sri Lanka’s Struggles
India’s fast bowlers played a crucial role in their strategy against Sri Lanka, focusing on maintaining discipline and targeting the right areas. Vice-captain KL Rahul emphasized the importance of taking wickets, especially with the new ball in hand. He noted that while Sri Lanka’s batters were capable of scoring runs, the Indian team was prepared to capitalize on breakthroughs to secure further wickets. ‘Through the day, we wanted to put the ball in the right areas,’ Rahul stated, highlighting their approach to the match.
