India’s Test captain, Shubman Gill, sustained a finger injury during practice and will sit out the first day of their warm-up game against SLC XI. The team is taking a precautionary approach with his fitness as they prepare for an upcoming Test series.
The injury occurred during a practice session, prompting Indian team management to rest Gill on Day 1 of the warm-up match against SLC XI. This decision was made to ensure his well-being and prevent further aggravation of the injury.
KL Rahul will captain the side in Gill’s absence for the first day of the warm-up game. The extent of Gill's injury is currently unknown, but team officials are closely monitoring his recovery. There is growing concern about his fitness ahead of the Test series, though no details regarding the severity or expected recovery time have been released.
The team hopes to assess Gill’s condition in the coming days and determine if he will be fit to participate fully in the upcoming Test matches. The warm-up match serves as a crucial preparation opportunity for India before the start of the series.
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