Boost for India! Shubman Gill Expected to Return for Border-Gavaskar Trophy’s Second Test

In a much-needed relief for Team India, Shubman Gill, who was initially ruled out of the first Test in Perth against Australia, is now on track for a potential comeback ahead of the second Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Shubman Gill Recovery Sparks Optimism The dynamic No. 3 batter sustained an injury to his left…


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In a much-needed relief for Team India, Shubman Gill, who was initially ruled out of the first Test in Perth against Australia, is now on track for a potential comeback ahead of the second Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Shubman Gill Recovery Sparks Optimism

The dynamic No. 3 batter sustained an injury to his left thumb while fielding in the slips during the recent Test series against New Zealand. Initially feared to be a fracture, the injury led to his exclusion from the squad for the series opener in Perth. However, fresh reports suggest the injury is less severe than first thought.

According to RevSportz, Shubman Gill thumb injury only impacted a small tissue and not the bone, meaning the talented youngster could resume training within a week. He is now expected to participate in the practice game against the Prime Minister’s XI after the Perth Test, potentially marking his return to the playing XI for the second Test.

Jaiswal Joins Growing Injury List

Injuries have plagued the Indian camp leading into the series, with several key players dealing with setbacks. KL Rahul and Sarfaraz Khan were ruled out earlier, followed by Gill’s thumb injury. Now, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal has also been added to the list, reportedly suffering from a stiff neck.


Yashasvi Jaiswal Injury Scare Ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Concerns Mount for Indian Fans


During a recent net session, Jaiswal appeared in visible discomfort and was attended to by the physio before being taken off the field as a precaution. With Rohit Sharma unavailable for the first Test due to personal reasons, Jaiswal’s condition has left India sweating over their opening options.

A Timely Boost for Team India

Gill’s possible return comes as a morale booster for the Indian side, which faces a challenging task of fielding a competitive XI amidst this injury crisis. Fans will hope to see both Gill and Jaiswal recover quickly to stabilize the batting order.

With the first Test in Perth just days away, all eyes remain on how Team India manages its lineup, hoping for a strong start to the series before the cavalry arrives in time for the second game.