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India cricketers struggle to adjust from IPL to Test cricket ahead of Afghanistan match

India vs Afghanistan Test Cricket IPL to Test Transition

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India's cricket team faces a challenging transition from IPL's T20 format to a one-off Test against Afghanistan, requiring adjustments in sleep cycles, muscle memory, and cricketing habits within a short three-day preparation period.

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India cricketers struggle to adjust from IPL to Test cricket ahead of Afghanistan match

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