India vs South Africa: Shubman Gill doubtful for second test due to neck injury

November 21, 2025 10:01 AM

India vs South Africa: Shubman Gill doubtful for second test due to neck injury

India captain Shubman Gill could miss the second test against South Africa if there is any concern about a recurring neck spasm, batting coach Sitanshu Kotak said on Thursday. Gill, who retired hurt in the first innings of the Kolkata test which India lost by 30 runs, travelled with the team to Guwahati on Wednesday. "He is definitely recovering really well. Now, the decision (whether to play him or not) will be taken tomorrow evening," Kotak told reporters. "If we have a guarantee that very ...

India vs South Africa: Shubman Gill out of Kolkata test with neck injury

November 16, 2025 3:25 PM

India vs South Africa: Shubman Gill out of Kolkata test with neck injury

India captain Shubman Gill will not take any further part in the ongoing opening test against South Africa after he was forced to retire hurt with a neck injury in the first innings, the Indian cricket board (BCCI) said on Sunday. Gill hit a four before walking off the field rubbing his neck and did not bat again as India posted 189 in reply to South Africa's first innings total of 159. He was subsequently taken to a hospital and was under observation, the BCCI said. "He will take no further ...