Marathon hit! Shubman Gill bats for over an hour at NCC nets
Shubman Gill practiced batting after an impact injury on his thumb. He taped around his thumb and focused on spin during his session. The team management is cautious about risking him before crucial upcoming fixtures. India faces several injury concerns and will name a replacement for Sai Sudharsan. Shaik Rasheed, Sarfaraz Khan, and Ruturaj Gaikwad are top contenders for the vacant spot.
Colombo witnessed an hour-long batting session from Shubman Gill at the Nondescript Cricket Club on Day 3. Gill commenced his practice under the watchful eyes of Mohammed Siraj, Gautam Gambhir, Morne Morkel, Sairaj Bahutale, and Sitanshu Kotak as a part of the warm-up fixture. The injury that had sidelined him earlier was evident with a tape around his thumb, but he showed no signs of discomfort.
Shivang Kumar, Tanush Kotian, and Vipraj Nigam took charge of the bowling duties, focusing on spin. Gill's nets session, which lasted from 10:05 am to 11:25 am, was characterized by long and animated discussions with batting coach Kotak. Both Gambhir and Morkel kept a close eye on the proceedings. Post the session, Gill returned to the dugout without any visible discomfort, and physio Kamlesh Jain confirmed his progress.
The news of multiple injuries in the Indian camp, with Sai Sudharsan ruling out of the series, adds to the pressure for potential replacements for Sai Sudharsan, Shaik Rasheed, and Sarfaraz Khan.
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