Team India captain Shubman Gill took a stunning one-handed diving catch at extra cover to dismiss Kamindu Mendis during the first Test against Sri Lanka at the Galle International Stadium on Monday, August 17. Kuldeep Yadav provided India with a crucial breakthrough by dismissing the dangerous batter.
The dismissal left Sri Lanka four wickets down in their first innings after India posted 462 earlier in the match. India’s spinners, including Manav Suthar and Kuldeep, continued to trouble the hosts on the turning Galle surface. The visitors looked to build pressure and strengthen their position in the series opener.
Shubman Gill Takes Screamer at Cover to Send Back Kamindu Mendis
Kuldeep Yadav struck with the first ball of his 17th over during Sri Lanka’s first innings at the Galle International Cricket Stadium. He bowled a flighted delivery outside off that gripped and turned away. Kamindu Mendis stepped out and drove uppishly towards extra cover.
Shubman Gill reacted quickly and dived full length to his left at cover. The India captain stretched out his left hand and pulled off a brilliant low catch just above the ground. He held on safely as he landed before throwing the ball into the air in celebration.
Kamindu Mendis departed for 14 off 25 balls, with one four and one six, as Sri Lanka lost their fourth wicket. The catch gave Kuldeep Yadav his first wicket of the innings and kept India firmly in control as their spinners continued to trouble the hosts.
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