India’s new bowling coach, Morne Morkel, was seen offering advice on how to bowl to top Indian batters, along with suggestions for specific net sessions aimed at preparing for the series.
In addition to Brar, Mumbai off-spinner Himanshu Singh, whose bowling action is said to resemble that of Ravichandran Ashwin, and Tamil Nadu left-arm spinner S Ajit Ram were also part of the training camp.
During the second day of practice, pacers Akash Deep and Yash Dayal bowled longer spells, as they may sit out if India opts to play three specialist spinners. Bumrah and Siraj, on the other hand, bowled sparingly.
The senior batters are currently working to regain form after a month-long break, with the Bangladesh team set to arrive in Chennai on Sunday.
Given the recent civil unrest in Bangladesh and the subsequent ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, tight security will be in place for the visitors.
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Faruque Ahmed revealed last Thursday that BCCI secretary Jay Shah had assured him of the necessary security arrangements.
“I have talked to Jay Shah and he has given us assurance regarding security,” Faruque said, following a meeting with the Bangladesh national team players at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium.
