Delhi: On the fourth day of the first Test being played between India and Sri Lanka in Galle, Team India faces the challenge of taking a big decision regarding declaring the innings. Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra believes that Team India should bat for about 40 overs and set a target of about 350 runs for Sri Lanka. However, there is a risk in this strategy, because India can also lose the match.

Akash advised to declare innings around 350

Akash believes that India should look at declaring the innings after gaining a lead of 350 runs. Akash said on his YouTube, “Add 178 more runs to 178 and reach 350. Even if you play at an average pace of 5 runs per over, it will take 40 overs to score 200 runs. There is also a good chance of rain, so you will have to play very fast. You will have to bat a little aggressively. Yashasvi, play like Yashasvi. KL Rahul has many batting gears. This time, use T20 and ODI gear as well.”

India can also lose the match- Akash

Akash believes that declaring the innings will be a risky decision for India, because after this decision, India may also be in danger of defeat. Akash said, “The Indian team has a lot of depth in their batting. We just have to focus on scoring runs fast. I am giving India around 40 overs. During this time, score 150 to 175 runs and declare the innings. You will have to take a risk. I know that if the game is played in 50 overs and 90 overs are completed on the last day too, then there is a possibility of India losing against Sri Lanka in a total of 140 overs.”