After an excellent performance in the group match, fast bowler Shahin Shah Afridi has put pressure on the Indian batters. In special indoor practice, India's team has obtained the services of left-arm bowler Navan Saini to counter Pakistan's new-ball threat.
In Colombo, clouds have been persistent, and teams are hoping that the Asia Cup match scheduled for Sunday will proceed as usual. Shahin Shah Afridi, the regular cleanser of the opposition's top order with his new ball, is a source of concern for the Indian team's nerves.
Due to rain on Thursday, the batters' attention during indoor practice was focused on how to deal with the deadly bowling of the left-arm pacer. To better prepare, they acquired the services of the left-arm specialist Navan Saini for their left-arm bowling.
They also used a device that continuously monitored their swing and outswing. Data analyst Hari Prasad made videos while closely watching their footwork, noting every movement to identify mistakes.
Shubman Gill had the longest session, and after recovering from injury, Kashan Lokesh Rahul also played well as a makeshift wicketkeeper. They specifically asked the left-arm bowler to bowl from a shorter distance to prepare for facing Pakistani pacers without difficulty.