Deccan Chronicle

The occasion was attended by cricketing legends Rahul Dravid, Steve Waugh, Jonty Rhodes and Matthew Hayden, as fans turned out in huge numbers to witness the beginning of a new era for cricket in Europe.

19 slots up for grabs after the six franchises finalised their retentions and pre-signings ahead of the milestone season

Karn Sharma went on to represent India in one Test, two ODIs, and one T20 International

The first match of the series will be played in Galle from August 15 while the second game will be held here from August 23

The announcements follow the sacking of Brendon McCullum as Test coach and the retirement of former skipper Ben Stokes from international cricket earlier this month

India arrive in Zimbabwe after enduring a winless white-ball tour of England and Ireland, but Iyer said the team has identified the areas it needs to improve on