In Asia, making plans two days before a Test match, based on what a pitch looks like then, is a dangerous business. Often, the most critical work on the surface happens at the last minute, especially if the home side is looking for something dry that will tilt the scales in favour of the spinners.
In Galle, where India and Sri Lanka will play starting Saturday, there was a time when turn was guaranteed. And not just slow turn, but sharp turn and variable bounce as the game wore on. The primary reason for this is the sea breeze that blows across the ground, which dries the pitch.
