Team India has suffered a big setback before the first Test match against New Zealand to be held in Bengaluru. According to media reports, it is very difficult for Shubman Gill to play in the Bangalore Test. Actually, Shubman Gill has suddenly got a neck problem due to which he may sit on the bench. Sarfaraz Khan may get a chance in place of Gill, who was included in the team in the Test series against Bangladesh but did not get a chance in the playing eleven. However, the question here is that if Shubman Gill bats at number 3, then who will bat there in his place?

Shubman Gill's neck injured

According to media reports, Shubman Gill has stiffness in his neck and it is a bit difficult for him to get fit before the Bengaluru Test. The good thing is that Team India has batsmen in backup. Sarfaraz Khan can play in his place, who scored a brilliant double century in the Irani Cup. However, it remains to be seen whether Sarfaraz Khan will play at number 3. Sarfaraz Khan bats at number 4 or number 5. But will Rohit and company field him at number 3? This is an important question. However, before Sarfaraz, KL Rahul can also be tried at number 3.

Shubman Gill doubtful for first test against New Zealand.

Gill has complained of neck & shoulder pain, and any decision on his availability will be taken on Wednesday.if he misses out, then either KL Rahul or Sarfaraz Khan will play at the crucial position.pic.twitter.com/4P2bAtZZCk

— Sujeet Suman (@sujeetsuman1991) October 15, 2024

Which 11 players will take the field?

This is an important question with which playing eleven will Team India enter in the Bengaluru Test. It is being told that Team India can field the same combination which it had fielded against Bangladesh. Meaning Rohit-Jaiswal can play in the opening. It is possible that KL Rahul may play at number 3. Virat Kohli can be seen at fourth place, Rishabh Pant at fifth place. Sarfaraz can land at number six and Jadeja can land at number seven. Ashwin can play at 8th. After this, Bumrah, Siraj and Akash Deep may get a chance among the fast bowlers.