Bolstered by the return of seasoned batsman VVS Laxman, Indian team had an extended practice session on Friday ahead of their crucial second and final cricket Test against South Africa at Eden Gardens from February 14-18.
Looking fully fit, the stylish Hyderabadi began with slip catch practice along with senior pro Sachin Tendulkar with coach Gary Kirsten edging the strokes. Laxman then had an extended net session along with Raina, Dinesh Karthik, Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag and pace spearhead Zaheer Khan for about three hours.
Curator Prabir Mukherjee promised a sporting track for Test even as the pitch had grass on it. "It will be ready and mowed down in time. We have always had sporting tracks and mostly getting a result. It was a draw in the last Test but it went on till the final day," he said. Mukherjee however said breeze in the afternoon with open stands might play a role. "With the galleries demolished (for World Cup renovation) we might have breeze playing a role," he said. PTI
