In their opening innings in Colombo, India had scored 503 for 9. Former India batsman Mohammad Kaif was impressed by Prasidh Krishna’s exceptional bowling performance on Day 3. Sunday, August 23, saw the start of India’s second Test match against Sri Lanka at Colombo. The visitors are looking to win the series after defeating Sri Lanka by 165 runs in the first Test at Galle.
After dismissing Lahiru Udara for 1, Kamil Mishara for 19, and Kamindu Mendis for 32, Krishna returned figures of 3 for 47 in 14 overs. India reduced Sri Lanka to 122 for four in 30 overs thanks to his ability to provide pace and added bounce. Kaif examined Krishna’s performance and made a direct comparison with senior seam bowler Mohammed Siraj’s tour performance.
The comparison between Prasidh Krishna and Siraj by Muhammad Kaif
Kaif went into more detail about Prasidh Krishna performance in comparison to Siraj’s background and position within the Indian squad. While Prasidh Krishna is only making his ninth appearance in the format, experienced bowler Siraj is participating in his 48th Test match. Kaif believed Krishna had shown greater form throughout the series in a number of categories, despite the disparity in experience.
In the first Test, Krishna had already made an impression, taking three wickets in both innings. His contribution to India’s bowling effort in the series was highlighted by his sustained success in the second Test.
At the end of Day 3, Sri Lanka is suffering at 265/8 in their first innings, while India is in a comfortable position. The hosts’ main goal will be to avoid the follow-on since they are still behind India’s first innings score by 238 runs.
