Shubman Gill unlikely to bat in warm-up game, on track for Galle Test
Shubman Gill, the Indian captain, will miss the warm-up match following a finger injury he picked up during training just a day prior. To prioritise his readiness for the Test, the management has decided that he should take a break. While observing the match from the dugout, Gill also joined in a practice session in the nets.
India's top-order batter Shubman Gill is unlikely to participate in India's ongoing three-day warm-up match at the NCC. The 24-year-old sustained a minor injury to his right ring finger during pre-match training and has been put under a precautionary measure. Although Gill maintained a high-spirited demeanor during the proceedings and did not exhibit any visible discomfort, the BCCI opted to keep him out of the game to ensure he is fully prepared for the upcoming Test series in Galle, which commences on August 15.
The Indian squad will spend a day in Colombo after the warm-up concludes before heading to Galle on August 11 for pre-series preparations.
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