Delhi: The injury concerns surrounding Indian captain Shubman Gill have now been put to rest. The team management has confirmed that Gill is fully fit and ready to lead the team in the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka. His fitness has breathed a sigh of relief for the Indian team.

Gill did not take the field on the first day of the practice match

Shubman Gill did not take the field on the first day of the three-day practice match against the Sri Lanka Cricket XI.

He was hit on his right hand during training. However, the team did not consider it a serious injury and rested him for the first day as a precaution. KL Rahul captained the team in his absence.

Return to the field on the third day

Gill made a brilliant comeback on the third day of the practice match. India had to chase a target of 207 runs and Gill came in to open the innings. He had also batted in the nets beforehand. The star right-handed batsman scored 44 runs off 54 balls, including seven fours. However, he was dismissed by Keshara Nuwantha.

Coach Clarifies Injury

Indian spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule clarified Gill’s fitness status, saying that resting him was a precautionary measure. He stated that Gill has been practicing regularly and is not experiencing any major issues. Gill also participated in catching practice during the match.

Special Preparation for Sri Lanka’s Spin

Bahutule explained that Gill is taking his preparations very seriously, keeping in mind the challenge of the upcoming series. The Indian captain has prepared accordingly to perform well against Sri Lanka’s spin bowlers.

It’s worth noting that the first Test will be played in Galle from August 15th, while the second match will be played in Colombo from August 23rd. Gill’s return has certainly boosted India’s confidence.

FAQ

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Will Shubman Gill play in the Test series against Sri Lanka?

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Yes, Shubman Gill is fully fit and available to captain the Indian team in the Test series against Sri Lanka.

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How did Shubman Gill get injured?

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He was hit on the right hand by a ball during a practice session. He was rested on the first day of the practice match as a precaution.

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How many runs did Shubman Gill score in the practice match?

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Shubman Gill scored 44 runs off 54 balls on the third day of the practice match, which included seven fours.