Team India has suffered another setback before the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. In fact, batsman Shubman Gill got his finger injured while fielding in the slips during a match simulation in Perth on Saturday (16 November). A source close to the development confirmed Gill’s injury, but it is too early to say whether he will be ruled out of the first Test match. The first match of Border-Gavaskar Trophy will start from November 22 in Perth.
Shubman Gill got injured before Perth Test
The source said, “Yes, Shubman Gill is injured but it is too early to rule him out of the initial Test. The medical team is keeping a close eye on him. A source was quoted by Times of India.com as saying, “Virat Kohli is absolutely fine. He batted in the match simulation without any problem and even found the ball in the net after getting out. There is nothing to worry about.”
Let us tell you that KL Rahul also got injured during practice. Rahul suffered a right elbow injury during a center wicket match simulation on 15 November, after which he did not even bat. Virat Kohli was also worried about the injury, but after the scan he was found absolutely fine.
Rohit Sharma may miss the first test match
Let us tell you, it is not yet clear whether Indian captain Rohit Sharma will be a part of the first test or not. If Rohit does not play, KL Rahul may get the responsibility of opening. At the same time, Shubman Gill plays at number three, so both these players are the most important members of the team. It is very important for the team to remain fit for both these players.
The Indian squad in Perth has been working in the nets and now match simulation for the last two days. The Indian cricket team was scheduled to play a practice match, but the management decided against it and felt that a match simulation on center wicket would be ideal practice.