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Galle International Stadium: India pacer Prasidh Krishna said maintaining the shine and dryness of the ball will be vital for fast bowlers seeking reverse swing in humid Sri Lankan conditions in the ongoing first Test at the Galle International Stadium, adding that the team is relying on simple, disciplined lengths to make an impact.

India will need extra effort required from both bowlers and fielders to keep the ball in condition for movement off the deck after being bowled out for 462 in their first innings. “It is definitely tough. I think that's where the fielders and everybody comes in to keep the ball dry, help the bowlers. Touch the ball the least when they're running in, only hold it and then run it.

“But I think that's the skill as well. As bowlers, you need to find a way, maybe some wristbands, some towels behind your back all the time. So something like that is going to work,” Prasidh said in a chat with the broadcasters.