Named in the squad for the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka, commencing on 15 August in Galle, Ravindra Jadeja's inclusion is a major boost for Shubman Gill’s touring side. The pitches in Sri Lanka are notoriously spin-friendly and offer significant assistance to slow left-arm orthodox spinners. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Dasgupta noted that Jadeja’s experience will be invaluable for the team, explaining, “On spin-friendly pitches, you don't get wickets just because the ball is turning. Alongside KL Rahul, Jadeja is the only member of the current squad with prior Test experience in Sri Lanka, having played a key role in India’s 3-0 series sweep there in 2017. Crucially, Jadeja's role as the all-round anchor takes immense pressure off the younger and less experienced spinners in the squad.