India's Spin Coach Affirms Kuldeep Yadav's Role Ahead of Second Test
India's spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule defended Kuldeep Yadav's performance in the first Test against Sri Lanka, emphasizing that one underwhelming match does not define the wrist-spinner. Bahutule noted that challenging conditions, including the soft Kookaburra ball, affected Kuldeep's effectiveness, requiring him to adapt his role. Despite taking only one wicket, Kuldeep remains a valued team member and match-winner in the management's plans ahead of the second Test. Other spinners, Manav Suthar and Ravindra Jadeja, performed strongly in the match.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–68/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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economictimes broke this story on 21 Aug, 08:54 am. Other outlets followed.