Will Shubman Gill Feature in SL vs IND 1st Test? Here's the Latest Injury Update

India has encountered an injury concern just days before the start of the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, with one of the best Test batsmen, captain Shubman Gill, hurting his right ring finger during a practice session in Colombo. The injury occurred on 6th August when Gill was struck while training, forcing the team management to rest him for the opening day's play of the three-day warm-up match against the Sri Lanka XI.

In Shubman Gill's absence, vice-captain KL Rahul captained the side as the medical team continued to evaluate the injury. According to the BCCI, the skipper suffered a finger impact and remains under observation, with his progress over the next few days expected to determine whether he will be available for the series opener in Galle on August 15.

Will Shubman Gill Feature in SL vs IND 1st Test?

The injury comes at a crucial stage of India's preparations, as the warm-up fixture will be vital for the Men in Blue to get more match practice under Sri Lankan conditions. Pace spearhead and one of the best bowlers in the world, Jasprit Bumrah, is already unavailable for the tour because of a knee injury; the visitors will be eager for positive news on Gill's fitness ahead of the opening Test, as the confirmation of Shubman Gill injury is still awaited.

Having last played a Test match in June, the visitors will use this game to get valuable time in the middle and adjust to Sri Lanka's spin-friendly pitches before the series gets underway. The practice fixture also marks the beginning of Subhadeep Ghosh's tenure as India's new fielding coach after the BCCI decided not to renew the contracts of T Dilip and assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate.