Young left-hander Sai Sudharsan has stayed back in Bengaluru, where he is completing the final phase of his rehabilitation at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE). While his teammates are preparing on Sri Lankan soil, Sudharsan's immediate challenge is proving his fitness.

When Team India landed in Sri Lanka on Tuesday to begin preparations for the upcoming two-Test series, one familiar face was missing from the travelling squad.

Young left-hander Sai Sudharsan has stayed back in Bengaluru, where he is completing the final phase of his rehabilitation at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE). While his teammates are preparing on Sri Lankan soil, Sudharsan's immediate challenge is proving his fitness.

A Different Kind Of Preparation

Instead of taking part in training sessions with the squad, Sudharsan is working closely with the medical staff at the CoE. He is expected to resume batting at full intensity later this week, with every session being carefully monitored before he is given clearance to travel.