He experienced a neck spasm.
The latest Shubman Gill injury update has left India concerned in the ongoing Test against South Africa in Kolkata. After playing just three deliveries on Day 2, Gill experienced a neck spasm and had to retire hurt immediately, and the Indian captain didn’t return on the field throughout the day.
Rishabh Pant, who is the vice-captain, took over as a leader and did a fine job of managing his troops, but Gill’s absence remains a concern. Apart from being the captain, he is also one of the best batters in the team, and his services would have been useful on a treacherous pitch, where batting has become increasingly arduous.
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It all started with Gill experiencing a spasm right from the morning on Day 2. A few pieces of footage by the official broadcasters confirmed that he showed signs of discomfort before the start of play and complained to the medical team.
However, Gill still came out to bat after two wickets, but his pain had exacerbated, and he could hardly move after hitting a four. After a brief checkup by the physio, he was taken off the field and was never seen on the camera again, as India played a batter short.
More concerning developments emerged after the end of play, where a few reports claimed that Shubman Gill was admitted to a private hospital in Kolkata after his pain didn’t subside. Additionally, according to RevSportz, a six-member medical board was formed as a precaution, and he will be kept under observation for the whole of Sunday (November 16).
If things go well, Gill will be discharged from the hospital on Monday, but he won’t take any part in the Kolkata Test now. The BCCI medical team is constantly monitoring his progress as he continues to recover.
Now that Shubman Gill injury update has arrived, the doubts about his availability for the second Test in Guwahati are palpable. While his treatment has already started, Gill will still need a few days to recover and return to his best.
That puts his participation in the Guwahati Test, starting November 22, in jeopardy. He is now an all-format player, and with a hectic schedule ahead, management is unlikely to rush him back.
Currently, there’s no confirmation on whether Shubman Gill will play in Guwahati, but the chances look increasingly low after fresh updates. If Gill doesn’t feature, Rishabh Pant will continue as the captain.
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