India derived multiple positives from their warm-up match in Colombo, highlighted by the return and fitness of captain Shubman Gill. Opener Yashasvi Jaiswal contributed a fluent knock, while Gurnoor Brar delivered an impressive performance on the field as India secured a victory in the fixture.
The preparatory match also featured an unexpected subplot with a surprise visit from Sri Lanka head coach Gary Kirsten. These developments provide India with key momentum and form as they head into the upcoming Test series in Galle.
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