New Delhi, Aug. 3 -- Former Assam and Railways player Subhadeep Ghosh was on Sunday appointed as the fielding coach of the Indian cricket team, less than two weeks before India's Test tour of Sri Lanka.

He replaces T Dilip, who held the role for almost five years. Dilip first served as India's fielding coach from November 2021 until the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. He returned in 2025 on a one-year contract but was not offered an extension.

India will tour Sri Lanka for a two-match Test series, with the first Test in Galle from 15 August and the second Test in Colombo from 23 August.

The Assam Cricket Association (ACA) welcomed the appointment, calling it a proud moment not only for the state but also for aspiring coaches from the r...